Scottsdale Community College

Our Veteran Services office is dedicated to helping veterans achieve their educational goals and dreams. Our success was recognized when we were named a “Veteran Supportive Campus” by the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services, the first Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) school to receive that designation.

The SCC Veteran Services team members stand ready to guide and connect you to all the services and resources available to you, from GI Bill® education benefits to other VA services. We are experts at helping you connect with military and SCC resources, including tutoring, counseling and academic guidance.

Let us help you with:

• Scholarship applications
• Residency Eligibility
• VA benefit compliance
• Financial assistance
• Special services for disabled vets
• Mentoring Program

We also provide a Veterans Lounge on campus as a place where you can study, visit, or meet fellow veterans. The student Veterans Club provides a network of social activities and campus support. We look forward to assisting you.

Why Choose Scottsdale Community College:

Scottsdale Community College is student centered, with a focus on active, engaged and intellectually rigorous learning. The college is known for high quality, accessible educational opportunities and innovative teaching, learning and support services. SCC serves approximately 10,000 students a year, offering more than 100 degrees and 60 certificates of completion in diverse occupational areas. SCC is a leader in Developmental Education, Open Education Resources, Undergraduate Research, and Service Learning, all designed to improve and facilitate student success.

Through a partnership with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, SCC is honored to be the only two-year public higher education institution located on Native American Land. The college has a robust Native American Indian support program and is establishing an Indigenous Scholars Institute to better serve our growing Native American student population, and to encourage all students to understand and appreciate the history, contributions and future of our Indigenous peoples.

At SCC your success is our highest priority. Excellent instruction, affordable tuition, and a variety of student support services await you as you become an SCC Fighting Artichoke.

Whether you are the first in your family to seek a college education, or you come to SCC from a strong college-going tradition, we believe that your time at our wonderful college will make a difference in your life!

SCC hosts a community of diverse learners from around the world, across Arizona, and throughout the larger Scottsdale community – all who have distinct and important goals. If you too are seeking an enriching academic experience that will help you achieve your dreams, you’ll know from your first step on campus that SCC is your bridge to college success.

Whether you seek the general education of a transfer pathway, or specialized instruction toward a high-demand career, an SCC Certificate of Completion or Associate’s degree is well respected and accepted by universities and employers throughout Arizona and beyond. For example, SCC's 2+2 agreements with Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and others streamline your progress to a four-year degree, currently in such fields as Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Tourism, Nursing, and Education.

Make SCC your college of choice for exceptional academic programs, state-of-the-art career preparation, engaging continuing education, and more. In addition to our faculty, staff, curriculum, and facilities, hallmarks of the SCC reputation for excellence include: 93% of our faculty with advanced degrees—27% with doctorates, workforce preparation by industry professionals, an average class size of 22 students, and continuing education that is responsive to the community’s needs.

We believe that education leads to opportunity, and that opportunity changes lives. An SCC education is truly life-changing.

Scottsdale Community College

Scottsdale Community College is a 2-year, public community college located in Scottsdale, Arizona.  Students at Scottsdale Community College can enroll in associate’s & certificate degree programs.

Scottsdale Community College Military & Veteran Support Programs

Scottsdale Community College offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• Scottsdale Community College has GI Bill approved programs
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• Scottsdale Community College is a MyCAA approved school
• Does not have a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Scottsdale Community College is not a Yellow Ribbon school

Is Scottsdale Community College a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, Scottsdale Community College is a GI Bill approved school.  However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill.  For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Scottsdale Community College offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

No, Scottsdale Community College does not offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. 

What are Scottsdale Community College’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

Scottsdale Community College’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour.  This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs.  

Tuition Non Online:

• In-state: $85 per credit hour
• Out of State (living in AZ but has not established residency): $326

For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are Scottsdale Community College’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

Scottsdale Community College’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour.  This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs.  

Tuition Online:

• In-state: $85 per credit hour
• Distance Learning: $241

For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Scottsdale Community College offer online degree programs?

Yes, Scottsdale Community College offers online degree programs. 

Is Scottsdale Community College approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Scottsdale Community College is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket.  You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance.  For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is Scottsdale Community College a military friendly school?

Scottsdale Community College is considered military friendly. They feature a veteran counselor on campus, credit for military service, and are an Arizona Yellow Ribbon School. In addition, the school is approved for tuition assistance offering a reduced tuition rate for the military.

Is Scottsdale Community College a MyCAA school

No, Scottsdale Community College is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school.  For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.