Public Institution Phoenix, AZ
GateWay Community College
College
GateWay Community College is a public institution in Phoenix, AZ, a Hispanic-serving institution with an urban campus setting, with about 4,538 undergraduates, typical net price of $13,339 after grants, and median earnings of $42,262 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for GateWay Community College
Key rankings for GateWay Community College
Where GateWay Community College ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#941 of 2,710
Net Price
#411 of 2,883
Earnings
#2,548 of 2,747
Graduation
#369 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at GateWay Community College
GateWay Community College in Phoenix, AZ is a college.
- Large city
- 4,538 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid is lower than or close to the national median for similar schools, while six-year earnings meet or beat that median. On these two measures the pattern is comparatively favorable.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at GateWay Community College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How GateWay Community College compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Southwest (region 6).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (AZ) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $13,339Below national median | $19,006 | $16,134 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $42,262Above national median | $36,198 | $33,836 | $35,678 |
| Retention | Not reported | 77.0% | 71.1% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | Not reported | 57.0% | 56.5% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 89.9% | 83.0% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 27.5%Below national median | 41.6% | 45.5% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $6,750Below national median | $9,500 | $11,000 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for GateWay Community College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about GateWay Community College
Common questions about GateWay Community College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is GateWay Community College located?
GateWay Community College is located in Phoenix, AZ. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is GateWay Community College?
GateWay Community College is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend GateWay Community College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $2,358 for in-state students and $8,958 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $13,339. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is GateWay Community College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for GateWay Community College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is GateWay Community College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,538. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for GateWay Community College?
Median earnings six years after entry at GateWay Community College are roughly $42,262. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank GateWay Community College?
Among similar schools nationwide, GateWay Community College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#941 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#411 of 2,883); Graduation rate (#2,548 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#369 of 2,514). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about GateWay Community College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use GateWay Community College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for GateWay Community College Expand to view
A fuller table of the figures Best Universities uses for this school. Useful if you are double-checking a number.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | GateWay Community College |
| Official website | www.gatewaycc.edu/ |
| City, state | Phoenix, AZ |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 4,538 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $2,358 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $8,958 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $2,358 |
| Total cost of attendance | $19,314 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $13,339 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $42,262 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $43,557 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $46,147 |
| Median loan debt | $6,750 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | 28.8% |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | Not reported |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 27.5% |
| Share with federal loans | 11.9% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 75.9% |
| Campus setting | Large city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 15 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $9,489 |
| Full-time faculty share | 100.0% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 69.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 31.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 11.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 51.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 23.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 3.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 5.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.2% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $12,325 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $12,007 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $15,243 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $16,930 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $19,314 |
Sources for GateWay Community College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.