Central Arizona College

Central Arizona College

Coolidge, AZ, USA
Public
2 Year

Mark's Review

Review of Central Arizona College

from CasaGrande, AZ

Describe your college in three sentences.

Their online classes utilize the blackboard instructional method, and they are very good. The support you receive is very useful. The feedback from the professors is prompt and conducive to a good learning atmosphere,

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

The curriculum at CAC is very challenging, and requires dedication and commitment to studying and participating in the subject matter. College is very fast paced and needs to be taken seriously. Your GPA is very important in getting scholarships.

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

The academics at CAC are designed to make you think critically. They are real world based with and will help prepare you for your future. Choose classes that required for your degree, but also the must be of interest to you.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

They have a dormitory on campus I do not use it. The students that I talk to seem to enjoy the experience. the cost is very reasonable. CAC does have a awesome student activities program.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

The campus has a variety of food choices available. The choices are abundant, the quality of the food is good for the price. They have 2 cafeterias to choose from.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

CAC has a lot of activities for students. They also have a great intramural program. They have a work out center and a pool. Their athletic programs are one of the best in the country.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

Tuition is very low, the education is well worth the $72.00 credit hour. CAC has several degree programs that are transferable to 4-year colleges. I am taking advantage of one of their programs that allows me to take 90 credits at CAC that transfer to NAU and I will only need 30 credits to get my Bachelors from NAU. That is a huge savings.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Beginning, on-line and returning students who do not have a bachelors degree. There are so many different classes to choose from, and CAC has a lot of different campuses. This college is a low cost alternative to the high cost of education. You can get a great education.It will prepare you for your future as well getting you ready for the 4-year university.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

CAC is very active for their size. They have clubs like Art club, Campus Crusade for Christ, Business Club, Funny Biz, HOSA, Phi Theta Kappa, Stem, and several others. All of these clubs are very active and a positive influence on the campus

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

I always feel very safe on campus. They have a police training course on campus as well as a Fireman's course. Security is very noticeable.