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GateWay Community College

Public Phoenix, AZ · Urban · Southwest · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
24%
Graduation Rate
$46,147
Earnings (10yr)
$13,339
Net Price
4,538
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Overview

Just 24% of students graduate from GateWay Community College, a statistic that highlights the challenges many face in completing their education. With an enrollment of 4,538, this public college in Phoenix, Arizona, serves a diverse student body, yet many struggle to finish their programs.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on outcomes and mobility for GateWay is not readily available, but the college focuses on practical career paths. Graduates earn an average of $46,147 within ten years of completing their studies. With 28% of students receiving Pell Grants, the school serves a significant number of low-income individuals, underscoring its role in providing access to education.

Students at GateWay thrive in programs like Health Professions, Mechanic & Repair Tech, and Computer Science & IT. The net price of attendance is $13,339, and the median debt for graduates is relatively low at $6,750. This makes GateWay an attractive option for those seeking affordable education without incurring heavy debt.

Rankings

How GateWay Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation24%Earnings 10yr$46KNet Price$13KMedian Debt$7KPell Grant Rate28%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$15K$48-75K$19K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1625.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%611.0%MOBILITY99.31%

Cost & Financial Aid

$2,358
In-State Tuition
$8,958
Out-of-State
$13,339
Avg Net Price
$6,750
Median Debt
28%
Pell Grant Rate
12%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,325
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,007
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,243
Family Income $48K–$75K
$19,314
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$42,262
6 Years After Entry
$43,557
8 Years
$46,147
10 Years
0.15x
Debt-to-Earnings
61%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$42,262 6yr $43,557 8yr $46,147 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

99.31%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
611.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1625.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$58,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.78
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.17
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.86
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,489
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 57%

Top Programs

Health Professions 48%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 26%
Computer Science & IT 8%
Visual & Performing Arts 6%
Humanities 4%
Business & Marketing 4%
Culinary & Personal Services 1%
Construction Trades 0%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Southwest
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
62%
White
24%
Hispanic
52%
Black
11%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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