Trade and career programs at South Mountain Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | Certificate | 32 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Carpentry | Certificate | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
South Mountain Community College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $2,358 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,862 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $10,386 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $9,793 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $9,918 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $10,163 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $12,746 |
| Over $110,000 | $16,862 |
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 $44,724 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $7,875 in federal student loans.
- 35% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does South Mountain Community College cost?
Tuition and fees are $2,358 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $10,386 in 2024-25.
Is South Mountain Community College accredited?
South Mountain Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Avalon Institute-Phoenix, Phoenix: $18,000 a year
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Phoenix, Phoenix: $16,657 a year
- Carrington College-Phoenix North, Phoenix: $21,022 a year
- GateWay Community College, Phoenix: $2,358 a year
- GateWay Community College-Central City, Phoenix: $4,715 a year
- Paradise Valley Community College, Phoenix: $2,358 a year
More: all trade schools in Arizona · South Mountain Community 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.