Prescott Colleges

There are three colleges in Prescott, each one offering a distinct curriculum

Yavapai Community College
1100 E Sheldon St
Prescott, AZ 86301-3220
Phone: 928-445-7300

Yavapai Community College is a public two-year institution offering both university transfer education and occupation education. Yavapai College offers 18 various degree programs and 20 different certificate programs.  Through an arrangement with Northern Arizona University (see below), credits can be earned toward bachelor's and master's degrees.  A popular non-credit retirement college hosts 900 students over the age of 62.  The college has instituted the Small Business Development Center to assist in the establishment and administration of new ventures.  Day and evening classes are available for either full or part-time students. More information about Yavapai Community College can be found on their web site, at

http://www.yavapai.cc.az.us/
 

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
3200 Willow Creek Rd.

Prescott, AZ 86301-3721
928-776-ERAU

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), located on a 520 acre campus in Prescott, is the world's preeminent institution of higher education specializing in the fields of aviation and aerospace.  The 4 year curriculum at ERAU covers the entire spectrum of engineering, research, manufacturing, marketing, and management of modern aircraft and the systems that support them.  The university operates a multimillion-dollar flight training center at Prescott Municipal Airport. Enrollment at the Prescott Campus is approximately 1,750 students coming from 50 states and 25 countries. More information about  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University can be found on their web site, at http://www.erau.edu/0Universe/01/01prescottcampus.html

Prescott College
220 Grove Av.

Prescott, AZ 86301
928-778-2090

Prescott College is a small, private, liberal arts college with a strong emphasis on ecological literacy and experiential education. Founded in 1966, Prescott College serves the needs of approximately 1,000 students in three programs of study. More information about Prescott College can be found on their web site, at

www.prescott.edu

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In cooperation with Yavapai College, Northern Arizona University offers degree programs in classrooms in Prescott.  To accommodate students who want even more flexibility, NAU's Statewide Academic Programs offer courses in other formats, including web-based, satellite delivery to your home, and interactive instructional television.  Students who never travel to Flagstaff can still benefit from NAU's tradition and innovation