Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 830300
- Phone: (602) 392-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (602) 392-5289
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (602) 392-5132
FINANCIAL AID RATE
74%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,187Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at GateWay Community College – Phoenix prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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GateWay Community College – Phoenix
108 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Gateway Community College, located in Phoenix, Arizona, was founded in 1968 and began operations in a shoe department of a department store. Lectures were given in movie theaters, mannequins replaced by desks; until over time the school expanded and moved, growing into a highly respected institution that was first among Arizona's schools to, among other things, install a computer. Since its inception, Gateway Community College has sought to be on the cutting edge of education and technology. The school currently enrolls over 16,000 students.
Academics
Gateway Community College offers over 125 programs of study. As a public 2 year institution, the school provides vocational and career training alongside transfer programs and opportunities to four year institutions. The school maintains a high academic standard for all its students and assists these same students in achieving their personal, career, and educational goals.
Programs offered include:
- Archaeology
- Psychology
- Accounting
- Industrial Design Technology
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Registered Nursing
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at GCC must register for a MEID through the states my.maricopa.edu website. Once an account is opened, an email address will be given, and all business with the school including admissions and financial aid will operate through this service. Once the application process is completed, students will need to take a placement test and meet with an academic advisor to review programs and course enrollment. A variety of financial aid options are available to students. TO determine eligibility and the right financial aid awards, speak to a financial aid counselor and apply.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. GateWay Community College – Phoenix has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 0 |
Associate's Degree | 154 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 56 |
Female | 98 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 10 |
Asian | 3 |
Black | 15 |
Hispanic | 67 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
White | 45 |
Multiple Races | 7 |
Non Resident Alien | 1 |
Unknown | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at GateWay Community College – Phoenix, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Annual Salary: $61010
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants GateWay Community College – Phoenix accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, GateWay Community College – Phoenix may provide services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
GateWay Community College – Phoenix is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Soccer
- Softball