by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Scottsdale Community College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Scottsdale Community College is ranked #1,272 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within Arizona, it ranks #22 of 52 for value.
Read the full Scottsdale Community College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Scottsdale Community College is ranked #13 out of #59 in Arizona for quality and #22 out of #52 for Arizona value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Scottsdale Community College financial aid page to be sure.
Scottsdale Community College is ranked #1,272 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Scottsdale Community College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Scottsdale Community College costs about $17,197. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $68,786 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $19,098 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,336 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,197 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $68,786 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Scottsdale Community College net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Scottsdale Community College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $76,392 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,786 | #1,272 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $53,344 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $76,392 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,786 | #22 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $53,344 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Scottsdale Community College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,905 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,717 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,160 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,348 |
| Over $110K | $19,126 |
About 33% of Scottsdale Community College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $3,709 per year. Get more details on the Scottsdale Community College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Scottsdale Community College net price page for the cost detail.
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