EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT

Within a 30-minute drive of Mesa, there are approximately 1.51 million adults age 25 or older; 51.5% (age 25+) with an associate’s degree or higher.

Source: ESRI Community Analyst, 2024

HIGHER EDUCATION

Mesa is home to an impressive array of top-rated educational institutions and collaborative partnerships that focus on producing a workforce that is not only technologically prepared, but also possesses a strong work ethic. Included are the following:

• Mesa Community College -  14,558 students
• ASU Polytechnic Campus - 6,183
• East Valley Institute of Technology - 4,863
• Chandler-Gilbert Community College-Williams Campus - 1,614
• A.T. Still University - 1,987
• Benedictine University - 425
• Northern Arizona University-Mesa - 203
• Other institutions include: Arizona College, Carrington College, Pima Medical Institute, CAE Phoenix Aviation Academy, University of North Dakota Flight School, ASU MIX Center, Alverno College

K-12 SYSTEM

In Mesa, the focus of K-12 education is "choice."  Both public and private schools offer an array of educational options for primary and secondary students.

The K-12 education system in Mesa includes public, as well as a number of private and parochial school systems. Charter schools, magnet schools, international baccalaureate programs, numerous parochial, Montessori, and other options typify Mesa's commitment to education. 

VIDEOS

Benedictine University

Higher Education Starts in Mesa

How Mesa Became a College Town

Mesa Center for Higher Education

Mesa Educates U - Town of Colleges

Raising of the B - BenU at Mesa

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