Yavapai College

Overview

Yavapai College, located in Prescott, Arizona, is a public, two-year community college established in 1965. Surrounded by the picturesque terrain of the North Central Arizona mountains, the college provides a scenic setting for its diverse student body. It operates multiple campuses and centers throughout Yavapai County but is primarily known for its main campus in Prescott, which is situated roughly 100 miles north of Phoenix. Yavapai College offers a wide range of academic programs, including popular majors in Nursing, Emergency Medical Technology, and Applied Science. The college maintains an open-admission policy, making higher education accessible to all applicants. While primarily a commuter institution, it offers residential housing options in Prescott to accommodate students seeking an on-campus living experience. Yavapai College is recognized for its engagement with the arts, possessing a vibrant performing arts center, but the school does not have a significant emphasis on intercollegiate athletics.

Yavapai College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,353 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,644 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,680 plus fees of $0.