Phoenix College

What is the cost of studying for a year at Phoenix College?

Phoenix College's published charges depend heavily on Arizona residency and the number of credits taken. In the 2024-25 cost data, average full-time undergraduate tuition was $2,328 for in-state students and $8,929 for out-of-state students; reported required fees were $30 for each group.

• 2024-25 in-state tuition and required fees: about $2,358 using the reported full-time figures.
• 2024-25 out-of-state tuition and required fees: about $8,959 using the reported full-time figures.
• Reported part-time tuition: $97 per credit in-state or $372 per credit out-of-state, before applicable fees and program-specific costs.

Tuition is only part of an annual budget. The same cost data includes an estimated $12,240 for room and board and $896 for books and supplies. Because Phoenix College does not operate student housing, the room-and-board figure is a planning estimate, not a residence-hall bill. Transportation, personal expenses, and some program materials may add to a student's total cost. A commuter living with family may have a different budget from a student renting independently.

Net price estimates attempt to account for grant and scholarship aid, rather than simply adding published charges. For students in the reported income group of $0-$48,000, the average net price was $11,939; for the $48,001-$75,000 group, it was $13,546. These are group averages, not individual quotes. Applicants should use their own course load, residency classification, living arrangement, and financial-aid offer to calculate what they would actually need to pay.

Eligible students can seek help through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, federal grants and loans, and applicable scholarships or other assistance. The 2024-25 data reports financial aid for 73% of students in the measured group and student loans for 8%. Aid eligibility and award amounts depend on individual circumstances; a low published tuition figure does not mean books, transportation, or living expenses will be covered.

What are the work-study opportunities at Phoenix College?

Phoenix College students can look for paid work while studying, including positions that may be offered through Federal Work-Study. Work-Study is a need-based federal financial-aid program that pays eligible students for approved work; it is not the same as receiving a grant upfront or being guaranteed a job.

Students interested in Work-Study generally need to complete the FAFSA, meet aid-eligibility rules, and apply for an available position. An award establishes a potential earnings limit, while actual pay depends on hours worked. Ordinary part-time jobs and internships may have different hiring rules and need not be tied to financial-aid eligibility.

For career planning beyond student employment, Phoenix College reports access to individual and group counseling, career-interest assessment, résumé assistance, interview preparation, a job bank, job fairs, and employer recruitment. Students can use those services to identify possible work or refine an application, but should verify current appointments and vacancies through the college's career and student-employment offices.