 |
|
|
|
Cochise College was founded in 1964. It is a 2-year public college in Arizona. The college offers enrollment to more than 8,000 students every year. Apart from the main campuses in Sierra Vista and Douglas, the college also offers classes in other centers in:
Cochise College offers associates degrees in various fields of study like arts, economics, English, health services, journalism and media arts, music, mathematics and theater arts. In addition, university transfer degree programs and training courses for employment are also provided by this college.
The athletics department of Cochise College fields teams in baseball, basketball, rodeo and soccer. Its teams are nicknamed the Apaches and wear the school colors of red and white.
Cochise can be found in Douglas, AZ (a rural area). The school is a public institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Cochise.
The school offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The range of program offerings available from Cochise is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at the school are in engineering and family and social work.
Cochise is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
In 2007-2008, 4,133 students were enrolled in the school. Many of the students at Cochise are in their forties, or even older. A very high share of students at the school are male.
Student dorms or apartments are common at Cochise. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Cochise College
4190 W Highway 80
Douglas, AZ 85607-9724
General Phone: (520) 515-0500
http://www.cochise.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 594 | military technologies, manufacturing engineering |
| Family and Social Work | 314 | housing and human environments, social work, human services |
| Liberal Arts | 158 | general studies, history, English, sign language translation, anthropology, language translation, sociology, humanities, ... |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 127 | computer and info science, information technology, network management, computer networking, system administration, computer security, information science, webmastering, ... |
| Engineering Technician | 95 | electronics tech, CAD and design, drafting, computer systems tech, manufacturing tech, hazardous materials tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 93 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Education and Teaching | 56 | teacher aide, early childhood education, math teaching, English teaching, foreign language teaching, biology teaching, physical education teaching, history teaching, ... |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 53 | fire protection tech, criminal justice and police, fire-fighting, fire services administration |
| Mechanics and Repair | 42 | HVAC, computer repair, avionics maintenance, communications install and repair, automobile mechanics, aircraft maintenance, electrical installation and repair |
| Business and Management | 23 | business management, business, international business, sales and marketing, call center operation |
| Office and Administration | 21 | administrative assistant, data entry, general office occupations, receptionist, office management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 14 | psychology, community health services, family psychology, behavioral sciences |
| Construction Trades | 13 | property management, electrician, carpentry, electrical and power installer, masonry, construction |
| Production Trades | 11 | welding |
| Science | 8 | physics, biology, chemistry |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 7 | food prep and kitchen assistant, chef training, pastry |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
| Media | 4 | communication studies, journalism courses, animation and special effects |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 3 | health and physical education |
| Art Studies | 2 | art studies |
| Animal Science and Care | 2 | equestrian studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 1 | medical assistant, health service and sciences |
| Transportation | 1 | commercial pilot and flight crew |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 1 | agricultural management |
| Hospitality | 0 | hospitality management |
| Music | 0 | music |
| Medical Administration | 0 | medical transcription |
Number of programs and degrees for Cochise in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 990 | 65 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 573 | 45 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 84 | 21 |
In 2007-2008, Cochise had a total enrollment of 4,133 students (7,369 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 22% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 92% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Cochise offers campus housing for 250 of its 7,369 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Douglas, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,334 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,352 |
| Room and board | $ 4,530 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,591 |
Financial Aid:
Cochise participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 107200)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 53 | 40 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 12 | $58,284 | 3 | $57,083 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 12 | $58,284 | 3 | $57,083 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 41 | $60,522 | 37 | $54,607 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 41 | $60,522 | 37 | $54,607 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 49 | 36 | 85 |
| Basketball | 13 | 12 | 25 |
| Baseball | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 24 | 42 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Equestrian/Equine Studies
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Science
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Systems Security
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
System Administration/Administrator
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
Carpentry/Carpenter
Construction Trades, General
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Other
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING
Manufacturing Engineering
Military Technologies
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Housing and Human Environments, Other
Human Services, General
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
General Studies
Geography
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Language Interpretation and Translation
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
Office Management and Supervision
Receptionist
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Family Psychology
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Cochise Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
Try our unique CollegeMatch™ tool to find schools similar to Cochise.
Click occupation names for extensive details, including salary and other job data.
(Based on an automated mapping of degrees popular at Cochise with government-defined occupation categories)
|
|
|
Selected QuickSchools™ With Program Focus Areas Similar To Cochise(What are QuickSchools?)
Family And Social Work
Career Stories from workers: daily activities, job tips, best/worst job aspects, training, etc.
Daily Career & Education News from our staff. We're an approved Google News provider!
Resource Center. A starting point for all CityTownInfo career and college resources.
Career Overviews of hundreds of careers: descriptions, salaries, forecasts, schools, more.
Best Careers Not Requiring Degrees: Good pay, job growth, low need for degrees.
Helpful Articles, many in "how-to" format; e.g., "How to Become a Chef".
These lists link to thousands of detailed school profiles.
Colleges by State. Nearly every college and trade school in the country.
Colleges Listed Alphabetically. About 7,000 colleges & trade schools, including online schools.
Colleges by Major City. Browse cities with multiple college options.
Online Colleges. Colleges with online degree programs.
Graduate Schools by State. Colleges offering graduate degree programs.
Graduate Schools by Major City. Find cities with multiple graduate school options.
Information is not guaranteed to be correct. Please check with individual schools for the most accurate and recent information.
Copyright © QuinStreet, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
