Trade and career programs at Eastern Arizona College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC | Certificate | 359 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 56 | n/a | $32,860 | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 50 | n/a | $68,155 | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 49 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 40 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 33 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 24 | n/a | $41,382 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Carpentry | Certificate | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Eastern Arizona College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $2,352 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $17,012 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,309 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $8,143 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $10,486 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $10,735 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $5,327 |
| Over $110,000 | $12,309 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $43,220 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 17% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Eastern Arizona College cost?
Tuition and fees are $2,352 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $9,309 in 2024-25.
Is Eastern Arizona College accredited?
Eastern Arizona College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Mesa Community College, Mesa: $2,358 a year
- Pima Community College, Tucson: $2,442 a year
- Glendale Community College, Glendale: $2,358 a year
- Rio Salado College, Tempe: $2,358 a year
- Phoenix College, Phoenix: $2,358 a year
- Arizona Western College, Yuma: $3,150 a year
More: all trade schools in Arizona · Eastern Arizona College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.