Get Your Degree at Collins College

Collins College can be your gateway to the world of design and technology. Located in Tempe, Arizona, we can provide the training you need to prepare for your new career.

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Program availability and degree offerings subject to change.

About Us

Build the foundation for a successful career at Collins College, offering Associate and Bachelor’s degrees in some of today's hot career fields. Our two locations – in Phoenix and Tempe – offer students a convenient choice to further their education, whether they’re just out of high school or they’re returning to school to pursue additional career training.

Collins College StudentAt our two quality colleges in Arizona, our focus is you – the student. We offer a training ground for in-demand careers in design, media and technology. Want to learn Information Technology training, interior design or graphic design? Collins College can be the place.

Plenty of Space at Our Colleges in Arizona

When you pursue a degree in the areas of design, media or technology, you need space to learn. Collins College occupies approximately 104,000 square-feet of floor space, filled with various classrooms, computer labs, a digital print room, video editing bays and a photographic studio. You’ll be impressed with our computer workstations and industry-current software. Need time to study? Head to our comprehensive library/resource center or to our student learning centers. All of our space is handicapped-accessible.

Class Schedules designed to fit your lifestyle

Our colleges in Arizona are built around a student-centered environment. Early birds and night owls alike can find a schedule to fit their lifestyle, whether you’re looking for day or evening sessions. We let you choose the times that are most convenient to you.

With approximately 2,000 students enrolled in day and evening classes at our colleges in Arizona, every attempt is made to keep classes sizes to a teacher/student ratio of 1:25 to 35 students. Student assistants are used to facilitate focused attention in larger classrooms.

Collins College StudentHands-on learning: Using tools of the trade

When you’re going to school for training in design, media or technology, it makes sense you should receive training as if you were already on the job. At our North Phoenix and Tempe campuses in Arizona, you can use real-world tools for real-world applications. Depending on the degree program you choose, you can use high-performance Macintosh® computers and Windows NT® workstations, PC laptops, desktops, motion-picture film cameras, and Sony HDCAM® cameras and decks.

The right software can make a good artist great. That’s why we use programs including Adobe® Photoshop®, Illustrator® and Flash®, Autodesk®Maya®, Autodesk® 3ds Max® and Autodesk®Smoke®. Our Information Technology students use Cisco® switch and router simulation software, as well as a variety of Novell® and Microsoft® applications.

Collins College Admissions & Financial Aid

Admissions
Students should apply for admission as soon as possible in order to be officially accepted for a specific program and starting date. An admissions representative must interview all applicants, either in person or by telephone. This interview process helps determine the applicant's interests and eligibility.

Individuals may apply up to one year in advance of a scheduled class start. The following items must be completed at the time of application.

• Student Information Record - Attestation of graduation from high school or its equivalency, if proof is not provided at the time of enrollment
• Proof of high school graduation, its equivalent, or Transcript Request Form.
• Signed Enrollment Agreement (if applicant is under 18 years of age it must be signed by a parent or guardian)
• Application Fee
• Financial aid forms (if applicant wishes to apply for financial aid)
• Letter of intent to the Director of Admissions

Once an applicant has submitted all admission paperwork, the acceptance committee reviews the information and informs the applicant of its decision in writing. If an applicant is not accepted, all fees paid to the school are refunded.

Financial Aid
Many of our students use financial aid to help with their college costs. Our friendly Financial Aid staff is available to assist you through the financial aid application process. We are committed to helping every student, whether applying for financial aid or paying by cash, in completing their financial aid plan. We've helped many students just like you. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.

Address:
4750 South 44th Place
Phoenix, AZ 85040