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Mesa Community College
Mesa, Arizona · Public community college
Address: 1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202 · Phone: (480) 461-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mesa Community College is a public trade and career school in Mesa, Arizona, offering auto mechanic, construction trades, and CNA programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Mesa Community College graduates carry a median debt of $7,473 and earn a median of $44,034 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate versus the state average of 64.4% is not reported.
Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at Mesa Community College, where about 21.0% of students receive Pell Grants; annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,660 | $49,570 | $65,360 |
| Construction laborers | $36,770 | $46,590 | $51,620 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,100 | $44,780 | $46,630 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $33,860 | $39,500 | $48,350 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,970 | $55,600 | $65,660 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,050 | $36,810 | $45,520 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,050 | $77,070 | $81,860 |
| Dental hygienists | $91,480 | $101,010 | $105,990 |
| Machinists | $40,290 | $61,080 | $66,460 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, under 300 hours | 327 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 300 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 286 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 128 | not reported | $32,391 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 107 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 78 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 33 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $46,774 | $44,170 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $39,729 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $32,391 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | $32,391 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $39,729 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Mesa Community College is a public community college located in Mesa, Arizona, and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards a wide range of trade and career credentials across 21 program families, with the highest completer counts in auto mechanic schools, construction trades programs, and CNA classes.
Federal data shows 1,424 trade program completers against an overall undergraduate enrollment of 14,460. The state average completion rate is 64.4%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,473, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $44,034. About 21.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With such a broad program mix spanning short career-training tracks (like CNA and EMT) alongside longer technical programs (like dental hygiene and construction trades), Mesa Community College can suit both first-time students and adult career-changers, depending on the specific program length and format, which prospective students should confirm directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can check the Higher Learning Commission's records and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Mesa Community College offers 21 trade and career program families, with the most completers in auto mechanic schools, construction trades programs, and CNA classes. Other offerings include EMT training, welding, cosmetology, LPN programs, dental hygiene, and CNC machining.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Mesa Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It also holds program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average of 64.4% are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,473, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $44,034, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (480) 461-7000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Mesa Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for in-state residents compared with private for-profit schools, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the provided data. Contact the school directly to confirm the duration of specific programs like CNA, welding, or dental hygiene.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data, including debt and earnings figures, at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?105154.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter career-training programs, such as CNA classes and EMT training, and longer technical programs, such as dental hygiene, which may suit different schedules and goals; specific fit for adult career-changers should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Mesa Community College at (480) 461-7000 or through its website at https://www.mesacc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not included here; prospective students can look up other campuses on the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings side by side.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.