Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission - North Central Association.

International Programs Mission Statement: To provide the highest quality programs to assist international participants in achieving their educational goals while building lifelong partnerships in the interest of global stability and peace.

We recognize that selecting your first college program is a major decision in your life. We are here to assist you, from the first inquiry through graduation and/or transfer to your upper level college goals.

History

The partnership between international students and Arizona Western College/Northern Arizona University in Yuma represents a student population drawn from over twenty nations world-wide, making the college a "multicultural" learning center. Yuma, Arizona was the Colorado River crossing site into California during the gold rush days. Today it remains rich in history and culture, within easy travel distance to the Pacific Ocean, mountains and water areas, archaeological and geological wonders, and California and Mexico.

Quick Facts

• Dormitory Housing, Suite Style, on Campus - Beautiful setting
• TOEFL: no TOEFL required
  
• Placement testing: All students are required to take English and mathematics placement tests upon arrival.
• ESL: 5 levels
• Student-Faculty Ratio: 20:1 - Small classes
• Application deadline: June 30. Late applications will be considered on an individual basis
• 2+2 Program with Northern Arizona University. Students can continue their baccalaureate studies at NAU without leaving our campus!

Degrees and Majors

5 Associate Degrees and more than 90 major areas of study!
More than 30 Certificate programs.

• Associate of Arts, Business and Science (A.A., A.Bus., A.S.)
  For students continuing to their baccalaureate degrees
• General Studies Degree (A.G.S.) and Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
  For students entering the work world upon graduation

A sample of major degree areas:

Administration of Justice
Agriculture
Art
Biology
Broadcasting
Business
Chemistry
Computer Graphics
Computer Info. Systems
Education
Engineering
English
General Studies
Geology
History
Hospitality
Industrial Graphics
Industrial Technology
Languages
Marketing
Mathematics
Media Arts
Music
Nursing
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Science
Sociology
Solar Technology
Technology
Television Production
Theatre
Welding

Additional AWC offerings

• Honors Programs
• Tutoring and Academic Advising
• Career Center
• Intercollegiate Athletics
• Transfer Curriculum and Articulation Advisors
• Student Government
• Other clubs and organizations
• International Student Organization
• Radio and Television Stations on Campus

Admission Requirements

1. Application form and $25.00 fee
2. Secondary Transcript, English translation
3. Proof of financial certification ($14,800)
4. Photo of your passport identification pages

International Fees

Our tuition structure is unique! Fees will change depending upon personal needs.

Arizona Western College believes that international students bring the world to this community. Our hope is that as you fulfill your educational goals and dreams, you will leave a part of your heart here, and take a piece of ours with you on your future travels.

Please contact us for additional information to assist you in making this life changing decision. We look forward to welcoming you to AWC and Yuma!