Arizona Western College

Arizona Western College is a public institution located in Yuma, Arizona, with an enrollment of approximately 6,374 students. The college offers programs in a range of career-focused fields, including cloud architecture, computer network support, construction management, HVAC technology, firefighting, and paralegal studies, among others.

In-state tuition is $3,060 per year, while out-of-state students pay $9,870 per year. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grant and scholarship aid is applied — is $8,983. This figure can exceed published tuition because it accounts for living costs. About 40.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.

Very few students at Arizona Western College take on federal student loan debt: only 0.5% of all students borrow federal loans. Among those who did complete a credential and borrowed, the median federal loan debt was $4,826. Of borrowers entering repayment, 35.7% had a declining loan balance within three years — meaning that a majority of borrowers were not reducing their principal during that period, though the very low borrowing rate means this figure affects a small portion of the overall student population.

Median earnings for students who enrolled at Arizona Western College — measured ten years after enrollment and covering all federally-aided students, including those who did not complete a credential — were $36,857 per year. Because this figure includes students who left without finishing a program, outcomes for credential completers may differ.

Arizona Western College may be worth considering for adults in the Yuma area pursuing career and technical training in fields such as the trades, public safety, technology, or legal support. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the college directly for the most current information on program availability, scheduling options, and admissions requirements.