GWCC: Your Future in Focus

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IN FOCUS

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soon, you’ll graduate from high school. then what

Everyone agrees on the importance of preparing for a career. How you get there is up to you. Do

you want to enter the workforce quickly? Or would you like to enjoy college life while exploring your

career options? How about both? With more than 125 associate degree, certificate of completion

and university transfer options, GateWay can bring clarity to whichever direction you choose.


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you can transition from high school

to college with ease, on your own, or with the guidance of a GateWay

Community College representative.

either way, there are some things

every student should know before

selecting a college.


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CONSIDER THESE FACTORS

tuition Taking classes at GateWay

is often 1/4 the cost to attend one of Arizona’s three state universities.

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Information is based on 2010 annual tuition with12 credits per semester as full-time status.

Based on in-state and/or in-county residency, other fees may apply. Subject to change.


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yes, you CAn AfforD thisPaying for your college education is easy. There are several financial aid options to finance your education, including:

You may also want to consider an Apprenticeship program, which allows you to earn a living through on-the-job paid training while earning a degree and/or certificate from GateWay. See page 9 for a list of Apprenticeship degree and certificate programs.

here, you Won’t Get lost in A CroWDAt GateWay, our campus is small, affording you the opportunity to get used to the college environment while enjoying the close relationships with faculty and staff you had while in high school.

plAnninG for your future is CleArDiscover your destiny in our career center. Fulfill your dreams with the knowledge and skills gained in our state-of-the-art classrooms and labs that will give you a competitive edge in the workforce. Then, take advantage of GateWay’s unique partnerships with industry leaders while working to secure your place in the world.

GrantsAs long as you adhere to the requirements issued by the grantor, these funds do not have to be repaid.

scholarshipsFunds granted based on need and/or merit and generally do not require repayment.

loansFunds that require repayment according to the terms of the lender.

Work-study opportunities at GateWayMany departments hire students and are accommodating to student class schedules.


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GettinG here is eAsyGateWay is centrally located on an urban campus in Phoenix and is the only community college with its own METRO Light Rail stop; just four stops from ASU’s Tempe and Downtown campuses.

METRO Light Rail Line Map

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Visit www.gatewaycc.edu and click on the Light Rail link for updates and additional information.

Stop 17 GateWay Community College Park and ride available on campus.

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CHOICESGateWay offers more than 125 associate degree, certificate of completion and university transfer options, most of which can be completed in two years or less!

AssoCiAte DeGreeAn associate degree is ideal for someone looking to save money on their college education, looking to complete the first two years of a bachelor degree before to transferring to a university, or looking to earn a degree in order to be more competitive in the workforce.

CertifiCAte of CompletionIf employable skills for quick entry into the workforce are what you’re after, a certificate of completion may be for you. Certificates generally require fewer courses to complete and some are obtainable in just one semester.

university trAnsferGateWay offers a block of core courses guaranteed to transfer to any of the three state universities. This is a great way to take the same courses at a lower price in a smaller, more personal environment.

ApprentiCeshipsNeed to earn money right away? GateWay’s Apprenticeship programs allow you to earn a living and an associate degree and/or certificate of completion at the same time.


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DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS OFFERED AT GATEWAY

Accounting • • (3)

Administrative Technology •

Air Conditioning and Electrical Accessories • (1)

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration/Facilities • • (2-3)

Automotive Drive Trains • (1)

Automotive Suspension, Steering and Brakes • (1)

Automotive Technology • • (4)

Business Technology Specialist • (3)

Clinical Research Associate • (3)

Clinical Research Coordinating • (3-4)

Computer Information Systems • • (2)

Diagnostic Medical Sonography • • (4)

Electrical Technology • • (3)

Electroneurodiagnostics • (3)

Engine Performance and Diagnosis • (2)

Fast Track Practical Nursing • (2)

Game Technology • • (2)

General Business • • (2)

Health Services Management • • (1-2)

Health Unit Coordinating • (1)

Hospital Central Service Technology • (1)

Hydrologic Studies •

Industrial Design Technology •

Industrial Design Technology: Design Specialist - Solidworks • (2)

Manufacturing Productivity: CNC CAD/CAM Programming • (3)

Medical Radiography • (5)

Medical Transcription • • (3)

Microsoft Networking Technology •

Microsoft Product Specialist • (2-3)

Microsoft Systems Engineer • (2-3)

Networking Administration: Cisco • (2)

Networking Technology: Cisco • • (3)

Nuclear Medicine Technology • • (5)

Nurse Assisting • (1)

Nursing •

Occupational Safety and Health Technology • • (3)

Office Technology • (2)

Organizational Leadership • (3)

Organizational Management •

degrees degreescertificates certificatesavg. 4 semesters/

2 years to complete* (unless noted)

avg. 4 semesters/2 years to complete*

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Perioperative Nursing • (1)

Physical Therapist Assisting • (5)

Polysomnographic Technology • (2)

Practical Nursing • (3)

Production Technology •

Production Technology: CNC • (2)

Production Technology: Quality Assurance • (2)

Radiation Therapy • (3)

Realtime Reporting - Advanced Placement Broadcast Captioning • (6)

Realtime Reporting - Advanced Placement CART • (6)

Realtime Reporting - Broadcast Captioning • • (6)

Realtime Reporting - CART • • (6)

Realtime Reporting - Judicial • (6) • (5)

Realtime Reporting - Scoping • (2)

Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning • (2)

Respiratory Care •

Retail Management • • (2)

Surgical Technology • • (2)

Systems Analysis for Practice Management • • (2)

Water Distribution and Collection • (2)

Water Purification Technology •

Water Technologies •

Water Technologies: Level 1 • (2)




Web Developer • (3)




(unless noted)


to complete*)


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university trAnsfer DeGreesAssociate in Applied Science (AAS) •

Associate in Arts (AA) •

Associate in Business (ABus) •

Associate in General Studies (AGS) •

Associate in Science (AS) •

Associate in Arts in Elementary Education (AAEE) •


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Community colleges offer courses, programs and associate degrees that are guaranteed to transfer to any one of Arizona’s three state universities. Be sure and check with an advisor as some courses and programs may transfer to other colleges and universities nationwide.

*Average length of completion is based on having completed program pre-requisites, if any, and successful completion of at least 15 credit hours a semester.




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ApprentiCeship proGrAms

Bricklaying • (8)

Bricklaying and Tilesetting • (6)

Carpentry • (10) • (8)

Electricity • (12) • (10)

Heat and Frost Insulation • (10) • (8)

Ironworking • (10) • (8)

Mechanical Trades: Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning •(10) • (8)

Mechanical Trades: Electrical • (12) • (10)

Mechanical Trades: Plumbing • (10)

Mechanical Trades: Plumbing/Pipefitting • (8)

Mechanical Trades: Sheet Metal • (10) • (8)

Millwright • (10) • (8)

Painting • (8)

Painting and Drywalling • (6)

Pipe Trades: Plumbing • (10)

Pipe Trades: Steamfitting • (10)

Pipe Trades: Pipefitter-Refrigeration • (12) • (10)

Plastering and Cement Masonry • (6)

Plumbing • (12)

Roofing • (5)

Sheet Metal • (12) • (10)

Steamfitting • (12)


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hoW CAn We help you?There are many resources available to aid in your academic success and personal growth. The environment on campus is that of an extended family; the faculty and staff are committed to providing you with the tools for success and will welcome you before, during and after your time here.

AvAilAble resourCes inCluDe

Get involveDCollege is about exploration, finding your passions and having fun. The Center for Student Life on campus provides a variety of events and activities such as:

AdmissionsAssessment/TestingAdvisementCareer and Employment ServicesChildren’s Learning CenterComputer CommonsCounseling

Disability ResourcesEnglish as a Second Language Center (ESL)Financial Aid Honors ProgramsInternational ProgramsLearning Center

LibraryService LearningTutoringVeterans ServicesWriting Center

Geckoland, an annual family friendly carnival.

Cultural Celebrations, acknowledge and celebrate the diverse student populations on campus.

GateWay to the Arts, provided by the Liberal Arts Division, is a series of events available for students to gain exposure to various artistic mediums like acting, music and film.


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LibraryService LearningTutoringVeterans ServicesWriting Center

Clubs on CAmpus

TAkE A TOuRCall (602) 286-8600 or visit www.gatewaycc.edu/Tour to schedule a personal tour of campus. Tours are also available in Spanish.

YOu’RE INvITED!

• Associated Student Council• Associated Students in Surgical Technology • Association of Respiratory Care Students • Athletics: Baseball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Softball• Black Student Union • Club Inspiring and Nurturing Students in Total Education• Club “Nuc” Med• GateWay Women’s Forum• Go Green GateWay• Hispanic Student Organization• Inter-Tribal Club• Parents Learning About Youth

• Phi Theta Kappa• Photography Club• SkillsUSA• Soccer Club• Student Association of Radiologic Technologists• Student Association of Sonographers• Student Nurses Association• Students with the Ability to Learn Succeed and Achieve• Veterans Club• Water and Environmental Sciences Association• World Explorers Club

Fall Career Exploration DaySpring Career Exploration Day

Spring Geckoland CarnivalSpring Hispanic College Night

Contact us for dates and times at: www.gatewaycc.edu/recruitment


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WhAt Are you WAitinG for? stArt your future toDAy! Contact your school counselor to schedule a visit with a GateWay representative or put your future in your own hands and call, click, chat or visit today!

We’re social! Follow us on Twitter or Friend us on Facebook

CAll (602) 286-8600 to speak with a GateWay representative.

CliCk www.gatewaycc.edu to explore all that GateWay has to offer. You can schedule a tour and watch program and career specific videos.

ChAt with a live GateWay representative at www.gatewaycc.edu/Chat

visit the GateWay campus at 108 North 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034(40th Street and Washington)

gatewaycc @gatewayaz


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START THE ENROllMENT PROCESS NOW TO COllECT GECkO BuCkS for your ChAnCe to Win prizes suCh As sCholArships, book vouChers, sChool supplies AnD more.

the more GeCko buCks you ColleCt, the more ChAnCes you hAve to Win.

Earn Gecko Bucks at the completion of each step of the Enrollment Process:1. See a GateWay recruiter when they come to your campus2. Fill out a GateWay Student Information Form3. Get a GateWay Student ID4. Apply for Financial Aid and designate GateWay as your granting institution5. Take a tour of GateWay’s campus or come to Career Exploration Day6. Take your college placement test(s) at GateWay7. Meet with a GateWay advisor on campus8. Enroll at GateWay Community College

Redeem GateWay Bucks at:Fall Career Exploration Day Spring Career Exploration Day Visit www.gatewaycc.edu/Recruitment for more information, career exploration dates and more ways to win great prizes.


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About GAteWAy Community ColleGeAs one of the Maricopa Community Colleges, GateWay Community College (GWCC) is a fully accredited public institution of higher education emphasizing both academic and career-training programs. GateWay offers more than 125 degree, certificate and university transfer options in the following areas: Apprenticeships, Automotive, Business, Environment, Healthcare, Industrial Technology, Information Technology, Liberal Arts, Math and Science, and Nursing. GateWay has emerged as a leading institution in meeting the needs

of business and industry and has been designated as both a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Military Friendly School. GWCC is also home to GateWay Early College High School which provides students with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associate degree, enough college credits to enter a university as a junior, or a certificate of completion in an occupational area.

About mAriCopA County Community ColleGe DistriCtThe Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) consists of 10 nationally accredited community colleges, two skill centers and multiple education centers. The District ranks as the one of the nation’s largest providers of higher education and is the largest single provider of higher education in Arizona. MCCCD is the largest provider of healthcare workers and job training in the state, educating and training more than 250,000 students year-round.

The Maricopa County Community College District is an EEO/AA institution.

GateWayCommunity College

108 N. 40th Street • Phoenix, AZ 85034(602) 286-8000 • www.gatewaycc.edu


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