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South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, Arizona · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 7050 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85042 · Phone: (602) 243-8135 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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South Mountain Community College is a public trade school in Phoenix, Arizona offering electrician and construction trades programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of South Mountain Community College carry a median debt of $8,000 and earn a median of $39,825 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for South Mountain Community College; the school accepts federal financial aid, and about 29.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $45,540 | $61,060 | $77,060 |
| Construction laborers | $36,770 | $46,590 | $51,620 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | 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
South Mountain Community College is a public community college in Phoenix, Arizona, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Because it participates in Title IV federal financial aid, students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. Its trade offerings are concentrated in two program families: electrician schools (34 completers) and construction trades programs (29 completers), reflecting a hands-on, workforce-focused curriculum within a larger institution of about 3,645 undergraduates.
Federal Scorecard data reports some but not all outcome figures for this campus. The overall completion rate for this campus is not reported in federal data, though the state average completion rate in Arizona is 64.4%, and how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $8,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,825. About 29.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused, skills-based training in electrical or construction trades rather than a broad academic degree, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adults changing careers should confirm schedule format, program length, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome data, contact South Mountain Community College directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South Mountain Community College offers electrician schools (34 completers) and construction trades programs (29 completers), its two reported program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with an accreditation status of Accredited.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate is not reported in federal data. The Arizona state average completion rate is 64.4%, but how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,825, per federal Scorecard 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 directly for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
South Mountain Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though costs here are not reported.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (602) 243-8135 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?105792.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused electrician and construction trades programs, which are common paths for career changers, but specific schedule and format details are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact South Mountain Community College directly to learn about certification or licensure tied to its electrician and construction trades programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South Mountain Community College at (602) 243-8135 or through its website, https://www.southmountaincc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?105792 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.