GateWay Community College
GateWay Community College was established in 1968 and originally located in downtown Phoenix as the first technical college in the state of Arizona. GCC is one of 10 accredited colleges in the Maricopa County Community College District and the only college in the district served by the Valley Metro Light Rail, making it a convenient destination for students already living in the greater Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa region. GCC recently integrated the Maricopa Skill Center to increase the number of available courses. Combined with the Maricopa Skill Center, GCC currently offers over 160 different programs providing degrees and certificates.
GateWay Community College provides a wide variety of programs in various fields, including many healthcare-related programs. The nursing programs include an Associates in Applied Sciences (AAS) degree and certificates of completion in nurse refresher and practical nursing. A transition course is available for licensed practical nurses wanting to become registered nurses. GCC also provides continuing education programs for healthcare and nursing as well as a practical nurse bridge for military veterans with a nursing background. Students interested in any of the nursing programs offered at SCC are required to attend an information session, where they will receive enrollment guidance and more information about the programs being offered.
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleLarge City |
Number of Students5,087 |
Student to Faculty Ratio14:1 |
Is Admission OpenYes |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level2-year |
TypePublic |
On Campus Housing- |
Retention Rate54% |
Nursing Programs
Gateway Community College’s nursing program offers graduates and Associates degree in applied sciences. The program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. After students successfully complete this program they will be eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam required to become a registered nurse.
Candidates must have a High school diploma or GED and complete the required prerequisite courses before applying to the program. Students must also agree to a drug screening and full criminal background check as part of the application. A Fingerprint clearance card is also required as part of the application.
Training will consist of hands-on training in a variety of health care settings. The student must pass all required courses in the program with a grade of “C” or better If a student desires they may use their credits after graduation to transfer to a Bachelors in nursing degree program. GateWay community college is branch of Maricopa Community College. This Nursing program is offered at all eight of Maricopa Community College’s locations.
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Certificate | 8 | 61 |
Associate's degree | 39 | 182 |
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 5 | 32 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 80 miles radius of GateWay Community College
Rio Salado College
3 miles away |
Phoenix College
6 miles away |
Scottsdale Community College
8 miles away |
Mesa Community College
8 miles away |
Glendale Community College
14 miles away |
Paradise Valley Community College
14 miles away |
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
16 miles away |
Estrella Mountain Community College
20 miles away |
Central Arizona College
39 miles away |
Yavapai College
80 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1971 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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, 71% of GateWay 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 | 58% | $4,415 |
Other Federal Grant | 7% | $636 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 2% | $643 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 28% | $1,335 |
Federal Student Loans | 10% | $3,522 |
Private Loans | 1% | $2,827 |
$8,262
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$7,770 |
$30,001 to $48,000$8,301 |
$48,001 to $75,000$9,778 |
$75,001 to $110,000$11,236 |
Over $110,000$11,625 |
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Student Population
5,087
Undergrads
0
Graduates
2,900
Women
2,187
Men
24%
Full-time
76%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
Hispanic |
47% |
White |
30% |
Black/African American |
10% |
Asian |
4% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
3% |
Two or more races |
2% |
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.