Glendale Community College

Overview:

Established:

1963

Location:

Glendale, Arizona

Mission:

To provide accessible, affordable, and high-quality education to the community

• Notable Achievements:

  • Ranked among the top 150 community colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program
  • Recognized as a "Military Friendly School" by Military Times
  • Awarded the "Excellence in Student Success" award by the League for Innovation in the Community College

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

  • Over 50 student clubs and organizations
  • Intramural sports
  • Student government
  • Cultural events

• Clubs:

  • Academic clubs (e.g., Math Club, Science Club)
  • Cultural clubs (e.g., Asian Student Union, Black Student Union)
  • Special interest clubs (e.g., Anime Club, Gaming Club)

• Sports Teams:

  • Men's and women's basketball, soccer, volleyball, and baseball

• Student Support Services:

  • Academic advising
  • Counseling
  • Disability services
  • Financial aid
  • Health services

• Campus Facilities:

  • Library
  • Student center
  • Fitness center
  • Computer labs
  • Art gallery

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Over 100 associate degree and certificate programs
  • Transfer programs to four-year universities
  • Workforce training programs

• Faculty:

  • Experienced and dedicated faculty with advanced degrees

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Traditional lectures
  • Online learning
  • Hybrid courses

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Writing center
  • Math lab

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors Program
  • Dual Enrollment Program
  • Early College Program

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Ranked among the top community colleges in the nation

Affordability:

Low tuition and fees

Accessibility:

Convenient location and flexible class schedules

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art science labs, art studios, and fitness center

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with local businesses and organizations

• Notable Alumni:

  • Former Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano
  • Former Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon
  • NFL player Tedy Bruschi

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Academic counseling
  • Career counseling
  • Personal counseling

• Health:

  • Health clinic
  • Immunization services

• Housing:

  • On-campus housing is not available

• Library Resources:

  • Over 100,000 books and periodicals
  • Online databases
  • Interlibrary loan services

• Technology Support:

  • Computer labs
  • Wireless internet access
  • Technical support

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling
  • Job placement assistance
  • Internship opportunities