ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE (EMCC)
- 3000 N Dysart Rd
- Avondale, AZ 85323
- OPEID College Code: 03156300
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- General Phone: (623) 935-8000
- President: Dr. Ernie Laura
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 7,202
- College Alias: EMCC
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Estrella Mountain Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Air Force
- Website
- www.estrellamountain.edu

- Mission Statement
- Estrella Mountain Community College provides opportunities for our students to achieve success in educational and personal goals. We are an institute of higher education serving the West Valley communities through:
* General Education
* Transfer Education
* Developmental Education
* Workforce Development
* Community Education
* Student Support Services
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Estrella Mountain Community College Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Chandler - Gilbert Community College
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34 Miles Away - Gateway Community College
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- Glendale Community College
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11 Miles Away - Maricopa Skill Center
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17 Miles Away
- Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ 85202
28 Miles Away - Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC)
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22 Miles Away
- Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ 85013
15 Miles Away - Rio Salado College
Tempe, AZ 85281
22 Miles Away
- Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
26 Miles Away - South Mountain Community College (SMCC)
Phoenix, AZ 85040
19 Miles Away
- Southwest Skill Center - Campus of Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ 85323
- Miles Away
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- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 69%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 26% | 38% | 6% | 31% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,692 | $3,575 | $490 | $1,174 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.6% | 12.7% | 10.3% |
| Number in Default | 34 | 82 | 74 |
| Number in Repayment | 351 | 645 | 717 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $1,734 | $1,734 | $1,590 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,734 | $1,734 | $1,590 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,518 | $6,894 | $6,750 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,136 | $1,104 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,352 | $7,902 | $7,668 |
| Other Expenses | $5,544 | $5,238 | $5,076 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,544 | $5,238 | $5,076 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,934 | $2,870 | $2,694 |
| In-State | $2,934 | $2,870 | $2,694 |
| Out of State | $8,718 | $8,030 | $7,854 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,830 | $16,010 | $15,438 |
| In-State | $16,830 | $16,010 | $15,438 |
| Out of State | $22,614 | $21,170 | $20,598 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,478 | $8,108 | $7,770 |
| In-State | $8,478 | $8,108 | $7,770 |
| Out of State | $14,262 | $13,268 | $12,930 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,202 Undergraduate: 7,202
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,735 Female: 4,467
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,735 Female: 4,467
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,121 Part-Time: 5,081
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,121 Part-Time: 5,081
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 33 | 0.5% |
| American Indian | 103 | 1% |
| Black | 606 | 8% |
| Asian | 324 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2,457 | 34% |
| White | 2,785 | 39% |
| Unknown | 894 | 12% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,069 | 15% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,899 | 26% |
| Ages 20-21 | 940 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 749 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 814 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 559 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 450 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 508 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 185 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 22 | 0.3% |
| Age Unknown | 7 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 454 | 226 | 228 |
| Faculty Status | 304 | 81 | 223 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 304 | 81 | 223 |
| Primarily Instruction | 304 | 81 | 223 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 29 | 29 | - |
| Other Professionals | 26 | 25 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 95 | 91 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 48 | 44 | 4 |
| Skilled Crafts | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 16 | 16 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $73,033 (81) | $73,191 (37) | $72,901 (44) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $73,033 (81) | $73,191 (37) | $72,901 (44) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 60%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 36%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 19% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 16% |
| Female | 20% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | 57% |
| Black | 12% |
| Asian | 40% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| White | 21% |
| Unknown | 23% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | 5 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009