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Pima Community College was established in 1969 as Pima College, on a 267-acre campus in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains of Arizona.
The school was established after the citizens of Pima County, Arizona, had approved by a large margin the formation of a junior college district three years earlier.
In 1972, the college was renamed Pima Community College.
Pima Community College now has six campuses as well as four learning/education centers. Academic programs include business, health-related, social service, applied arts technologies, information technology and education programs.
Throughout most of its history, the college has ranked among the 10 largest multi-campus community colleges in the nation, enrolling more than 70,000 students annually as of 2009.
Pima Community College offers its courses at the following campuses and learning centers:
- Community campus
- Davis Monthan Air Force Base Education Center
- Desert Vista campus
- Downtown campus
- East campus
- Green Valley Community Learning Center
- Northeast Education Center
- Northwest campus
- Southeast Education Center
- West campus
The college values its many partnerships with educational and governmental institutions, business and industry partners, and the general community. It also offers businesses customized courses, certificates and training available on site with flexible scheduling.
PCC offers a number of grants and scholarships, such as the PCC Foundation Scholarships, the Chancellor's Recognition Scholarship, the PCC Student Grants Program and the Raytheon Scholars Program.
Noted alumni of Pima Community College include Jamie Varner, the mixed martial artist and WEC Champion; Efrain Escudero, Reality TV Star; D. J. Carrasco, pitcher for the Chicago White Sox; Abdi Abdirahman, long-distance runner; Erubiel Durazo, professional baseball player; Warren Faidley, storm chaser; Horacio Llamas, professional basketball player; and Nancy Turner, author.
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Campus Location401 North Bonita Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85709-5000
USA
Main Tel: (520) 206-4500
Web Site The campus is in a large city. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts and mechanics and repair.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
- ROTC
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 2,359 | 54 | | 1-2 year certificate | 1,717 | 27 | | < 1 year certificate | 529 | 65 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 32,982 in 2007-2008 (19,386 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,304 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,092 | | Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid: Pima Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) ART STUDIES (15 awarded) - Art/Art Studies
- Visual and Performing Arts
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (334 awarded) - Accounting
- Business Administration and Management
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services
- Customer Service Management
- Fashion Merchandising
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- International Business/Trade/Commerce
- Retailing and Retail Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (58 awarded) - Computer Software and Media Applications
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (24 awarded) - Building/Property Maintenance and Management
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (34 awarded) - Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
- Culinary Arts and Related Services
- Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DESIGN (14 awarded) - Design and Visual Communications
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (88 awarded) - Bilingual and Multilingual Education
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Education
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Special Education and Teaching
- Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods
ENGINEERING (26 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (91 awarded) - Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Elect CAD/CADD
- Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
- Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
- Laser and Optical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (34 awarded) HOSPITALITY (11 awarded) - Hospitality Administration/Management
LAW (30 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (2,863 awarded) - American Indian/Native American Studies
- Anthropology
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- General Studies
- Language Interpretation and Translation
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Political Science and Government
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
- Sociology
- Technical and Business Writing
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (61 awarded) - Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
MEDIA (53 awarded) - Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
- Graphic Communications
- Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (16 awarded) - Health and Medical Administrative Services
- Medical/Health Management and Clinical Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (175 awarded) - Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician
- Histologic Technician
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (372 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Home Health Aide/Home Attendant
- Nursing
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (9 awarded) - Health and Physical Education/Fitness
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (73 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (21 awarded) - Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
- Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (1 awarded) - Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (80 awarded) - Corrections and Criminal Justice
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- Forensic Science and Technology
- Security and Protective Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (73 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Social Work
- Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
TRANSPORTATION (49 awarded) - Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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