- Arizona College has been serving the Phoenix area for a decade and has a conveniently located campus in the metro Phoenix area. Arizona College believes in a highly structured and disciplined educational environment that maximizes every student's potential in their chosen career. Arizona College offers programs in allied health specialization- Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, Massage Therapy, Health Information Specialist and Pharmacy Technician. Arizona College's long experience has demonstrated the success of its educational philosophy. Arizona College provides the student with a strong theoretical base and a hands on approach in accomplishing laboratory and testing skills that are appropriate to the course of study. Additionally, the student is provided with exceptional individualized clinical externship experiences that are included as part of your course study. The College maintains a dedicated placement office to assist graduates in realizing their dream of a career in healthcare. Arizona College is proud of the partnerships it has established in the Phoenix healthcare community. The College's partners virtually include all of the major health care systems in the area and literally hundreds of healthcare and dental facilities in the metropolitan area.
School Highlights
Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe serves 1,555 students (75% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 61%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,555 students
- Private-state tuition: $18,334
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 58%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 37% over five years.
Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
27 staff
296 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe has grown by 224% over five years.
The Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,555 students
3,009 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
58:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
1,167 students
1,238 students
# Part-Time Students
388 students
4,184 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
155 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,167 students
1,238 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
388 students
4,387 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
4%
4%
% Hispanic
28%
36%
% Black
10%
7%
% White
42%
39%
% Hawaiian
1%
2%
% Two or more races
12%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
4%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
66%
0.4914%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.6%
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,300
$32,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $18,334 is more than the state average of $14,102. The private state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$18,334
$14,102
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe cost?
Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe's private state tuition is approximately $18,334.
What is the acceptance rate of Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe?
The acceptance rate of Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.
What is Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe's ranking?
Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arizona for: Diversity in US community colleges, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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