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Arizona College-Mesa
Mesa, Arizona · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 163 N Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85201 · Phone: (855) 706-8382 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Arizona College-Mesa is a private for-profit trade school in Mesa, Arizona offering medical assistant, medical billing & coding, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ABHES and CCNE.
Arizona College-Mesa has an 87.5% completion rate versus a 64.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $34,657 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Arizona College-Mesa is $34,818, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 80.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $38,100 | $45,940 | $48,450 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,530 | $47,630 | $61,350 |
| Dental assistants | $38,500 | $49,000 | $57,880 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $39,040 | $47,640 | $54,060 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 125 | $26,313 | $25,757 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $24,417 | $25,372 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $22,902 | $25,016 | $9,680 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $26,313 | $25,757 | $9,500 |
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
Arizona College-Mesa is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Mesa, Arizona. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their education. The campus's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant training representing the largest share of completions.
Federal data show a completion rate of 87.5%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $34,657. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,818, and 80.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population.
This campus may suit students seeking short, focused allied-health credential programs rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults changing careers into medical support fields may find the program mix relevant, based on the stated program offerings. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since program details can change.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Arizona College-Mesa offers medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, dental assistant schools, and pharmacy tech programs. Medical assistant training is the largest program by completions (125).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 87.5%, compared to a state average of 64.4%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $34,657.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $34,818.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Arizona College-Mesa is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how financial aid dollars are used compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (855) 706-8382 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?482990.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers allied-health career programs such as medical assistant and dental assistant training, which may suit adults seeking a career change, though specific fit depends on program length and format not detailed in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to ask about certification exams tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Arizona College-Mesa at (855) 706-8382 or through its website, https://www.arizonacollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this listing; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?482990 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.