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Estrella Mountain Community College, also referred to as EMCC, is a public, coeducational, community college located in Avondale, Arizona, United States. It was established in 1992. The College grants admission to more than 12,000 students annually.
The academic divisions of the College include the following:
The sports teams of the College are called the Lions. The official mascot is the Mountain Lion. The College boasts of a state-of-the-art fitness center that helps students stay in shape. The college's Wellness Program helps students improve their health through its many sports and recreational programs.
The campus of Estrella Mountain Community College is in Avondale, AZ, which is a small suburb. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Estrella Mountain Community College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in art studies and business and management.
Its open admissions system makes Estrella Mountain Community College an attractive choice for many applicants.
The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007, Estrella Mountain Community College had 5,973 students enrolled (3,010 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Estrella Mountain Community College provides opportunities for our students to achieve success in educational and personal goals. We are an institute of higher education serving the West Valley communities through:
* General Education
* Transfer Education
* Developmental Education
* Workforce Development
* Community Education
* Student Support Services"
More complete details are provided below.
Estrella Mountain Community College
3000 N Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ 85323-1000
General Phone: (623) 935-8000
http://www.emc.maricopa.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 226 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Art Studies | 168 | art studies |
| Business And Management | 132 | business, business administration, organizational behavior, accounting, MIS, business management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 44 | computer networking, computer services management, systems analyst, computer and info science, network management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 30 | criminal justice and safety |
| Science | 24 | physical sciences |
| Education And Teaching | 21 | elementary school teaching, education |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 19 | registered nursing |
| Office And Administration | 16 | office data entry |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 7 | chef training |
| Mechanics And Repair | 6 | computer repair |
| Therapy And Counseling | 5 | psychology |
| Hospitality | 5 | hotel management |
| Medical Support And Technology | 3 | speech pathology |
| Family And Social Work | 3 | social work |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | energy systems tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Estrella Mountain Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 350 | 17 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 237 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 123 | 13 |
In 2007, Estrella Mountain Community College had a total enrollment of 5,973 students (3,010 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 40% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 32% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 14% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 18% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 95% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| California | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 59 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Avondale, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,462 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,104 |
Financial Aid:
Estrella Mountain Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3156300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 33 | 41 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 33 | $70,513 | 41 | $68,925 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 33 | $70,513 | 41 | $68,925 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Estrella Mountain Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Has ROTC (air force)
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