The Maricopa Community Colleges comprise 10 colleges, 2 skill centers and numerous education centers dedicated to educational excellence, meeting the needs of businesses and the citizens of Maricopa County. Each college is individually accredited, yet part of a larger system — the Maricopa County Community College District.
The District is one of the largest higher education systems in the world and the largest provider of health care workers and job training in Arizona — a major resource for business and industry and for individuals seeking education and job training.
Whether just out of high school, beginning or re-entering college or seeking lifelong education, the Maricopa Community Colleges offer a wide range of opportunities. There are approximately 1,000 occupational programs (degrees and certificates), and 37 academic associate degrees, and there are 10,254 courses available for offering.
Flexible course delivery includes online, televised, traditional classroom, hybrid, mail, accelerated, evening, weekend and open-entry/open-exit choices.
Transfer agreements with public and private colleges and universities enable seamless transitions to 4 year institutions.