Programs were assessed by which schools provided the most programs and financial aid options with lower rates and services necessary for online students, while also keeping tuition and fees at a reasonable level.
For these three awards, colleges received a total score based on performance in the following categories:
- Average in-state net price for first-time/full-time undergraduates
- Count and breadth of online programs available
- Student-teacher ratio
- 6-year graduation rate (4-year schools only)
- % of beginning, full-time undergrads receiving scholarship/grant aid from the college
- Average $ of financial aid students receive directly from the college
- Availability of academic/career counseling services
- Availability of job placement services for students and graduates
- 3-year loan default rate
- AC Online Peer-Based Value (PBV)
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Mesa Community College is nationally recognized for service-learning, career and technical programs, civic engagement and innovative approaches to higher education. The college serves as a resource for career readiness, transfer education, workforce development and lifelong learning. Host to more than 30,000 students annually, MCC offers more than 150 degree and certificate programs at its two campuses and additional locations. MCC is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution with a diverse student body that enriches the learning experience. Renowned faculty are dedicated to student success, providing the education and training that empowers MCC students to compete locally and nationally. MCC, located in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, is one of 10 colleges comprising the Maricopa County Community College District. For additional information visit mesacc.edu.
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