Maricopa Community Colleges 2411 West 14th Street Tempe, AZ 85281 The Maricopa Community Colleges is comprised of 10 colleges, two skill centers, and several education centers. Each of the Maricopa Community Colleges is individually accredited as well as part of a larger system -- the Maricopa Community College System District. One of the largest higher education systems in the world, the District is the largest provider of health care workers and job training in Arizona. Maricopa Community Colleges offer countless opportunities for the students and the community, making them an invaluable asset to the surrounding areas. Maricopa Community Colleges meet diverse student needs through a variety of means. Flexible course delivery is one major benefit of attending Maricopa Community Colleges. Online, hybrid, mail, and accelerated are just a few of the many different delivery modes for courses and instruction at Maricopa Community Colleges. Smooth transitions into four-year universities for Maricopa Community Colleges students are the result of transfer agreements with public and private four-year institutions. And the Workforce Development Center is a valuable connection to Maricopa Community Colleges for both employers and employees in the community, providing support and resources and bringing together industry and education. Maricopa Community Colleges are committed to assisting students fulfill their educational dreams. Tutoring, child care, student jobs, student life, student counseling, and student accessibility are some of the services that Maricopa Community Colleges provide students to help them as they work toward their goals. All ten colleges that make up the Maricopa Community Colleges specialize in university transfer, career and job training programs, and most importantly, they specialize in student success. Quick Facts:
Maricopa Community Colleges offers approximately 1,000 occupational programs (degrees and certificates).
37 academic associate degrees are available at Maricopa Community Colleges.
There are more than 10,200 courses available for offering at Maricopa Community Colleges.
More than 250,000 students attend Maricopa Community Colleges annually.
Over 40% of the students at Maricopa Community Colleges are 25 years old or older.
34% of Maricopa Community Colleges students intend to transfer to a four-year college or university.
Approximately three-fourths of Maricopa Community Colleges' students attend college part time.
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