Estrella Mountain Community College
Estrella Mountain Community College is one of the twenty public 2-year colleges in Arizona. The campus is located in a suburb, in Avondale.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 9,788 students attend the school. Every year 20% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.Estrella Mountain Community College's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $2,064, and fees were $30. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $7,848 and $30 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize Suburb |
| Number of Students9,788 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio24:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate68% |
Nursing Programs
Estrella Mountain Community College’s South West Skills Center offers a diverse practical nurse program that can be completed in as few as 46 weeks. This program prepares students for a career as a practical nurse by combining instruction in a classroom setting that includes lectures, videos, computer work and projects with important hands-on clinical learning, either in their state of the art laboratory or off campus in a real world work environment. The Arizona State Board of Nursing approves the program and after completion students will be able to apply to become a licensed practical nurse and take the NCLEX-PN in Arizona.
For admission into EMCC’s SWSC practical nursing program you must complete an HESI A2 entrance exam. The enrollment process also requires the student have a high school diploma or GED, documentation of immunizations, a current CPR certification card, and complete a criminal background check.
Students will be required to take such courses as essentials of practical nursing I and II and practical nursing science I and II. After completing the course they will be able to work directly under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse. They should be able to demonstrate the role of a practical nurse through excellent communication and caring behaviors while remaining professional and ethical.
The Associates degree-nursing program offered at Estrella Mountain community college offers individuals with the training and resources they need to become a registered nurse. The program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. Students will be eligible to take the licensing exam after graduation and successful completion of the program.
Admission into the nursing program requires that candidates have a High school diploma or GED as well as submit to a drug screening and criminal background check. The student must also receive a fingerprint clearance card. Certain courses are required to be completed as prerequisites before applying to this program.
The program prepares students for a career as a registered nurse by providing hands-on clinical experience in a variety of health care settings. To complete the course the student will complete between61 and 74 total credit hours. The student must also maintain a “C” or better in all of the required courses. After Graduation the student should be prepared to take the licensing exam to become a registered nurse, however, completion of the program does not guarantee that the student will pass the licensing exam.
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 45 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 2 |
| Certificate | 0 | 0 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 74 miles radius of Estrella Mountain Community College
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Glendale Community College
11 miles away |
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Phoenix College
15 miles away |
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GateWay Community College
20 miles away |
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Rio Salado College
22 miles away |
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Paradise Valley Community College
23 miles away |
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Scottsdale Community College
26 miles away |
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Mesa Community College
28 miles away |
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Chandler-Gilbert Community College
34 miles away |
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Central Arizona College
54 miles away |
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Yavapai College
74 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
|
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1997 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 06/01/1966 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $86/credit | |
| In State Students | $86/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $327/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $3,870 | $3,870 | $14,715 |
| ADN | 70 | $6,020 | $6,020 | $22,890 |
| BSN | 125 | $10,750 | $10,750 | $40,875 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 73% of Estrella Mountain Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 56% | $4,580 |
| Other Federal Grant | 2% | $844 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | -- | $500 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 18% | $2,043 |
| Federal Student Loans | 14% | $3,224 |
| Private Loans | -- | -- |
$6,908
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$5,961 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$6,570 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$8,448 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$9,974 |
| Over $110,000$11,307 |
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Student Population
9,788
Undergrads
0
Graduates
5,812
Women
3,976
Men
32%
Full-time
68%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Hispanic |
53% |
|
White |
28% |
|
Black/African American |
7% |
|
Asian |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
3% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
|
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Arizona state board of nursing.
