About GAteWAy Community ColleGe As one of the Maricopa Community Colleges, GateWay Community College is a fully accredited public institution of higher education, emphasizing both academic and career-training programs. GateWay offers more than 125 degree, certificate and workforce training options in Apprenticeships, Automotive, Business, Healthcare, HVAC, Industrial Technology, Information Technology, Liberal Arts, Math and Science, Nursing and Water Technologies, and has emerged as a leading institution in meeting the needs of business and industry. As a division of the College, the Maricopa Skill Center offers nearly 15 self-paced, entry-level vocational training programs. GateWay 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 four-year university as a junior, or a certificate of completion in an occupational area.

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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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32% Hispanic

12% African American

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

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

sCHolArsHips Funds granted based on need and/or merit and generally do not require repayment. You also may 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.

LOANS Funds that require repayment according to the terms of the lender.

WorK-study At GAteWAy Many departments hire students and accommodate to student class schedules.

Won’t Get lost in A CroWdAt GateWay, our campus is small, affording you the opportunity to get used to the college environment, while building supportive relationships with faculty and staff.

plAnninG for your futureDiscover 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.

See pages 7-9 for a list of apprenticeship, degree and certificate programs.

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GAteWAy offers more CHoiCes with over 125 associate degrees, certificates and university transfer options.

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's degree before 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. Many can lead to associate degrees.

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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Accounting • •

Administrative Technology •

Air Conditioning and Electrical Accessories •

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration/Facilities • •

Automotive Drive Trains •

Automotive Suspension, Steering and Brakes •

Automotive Technology • •

Biomedical Research Technology •

Business Technology Specialist •

Clinical Research Associate •

Clinical Research Coordinating •

Computed Tomography •

Computer Information Systems • •

Court Reporting - Judicial • •

Court Reporting - Scoping/Transcription •

Diagnostic Medical Sonography • •

Electrical Technology • •

Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Technology •

Engine Performance and Diagnosis •

Entrepreneurial Studies Level I •

Fast Track Practical Nursing •

General Business •

Health Services Management • •

Health Unit Coordinating •

Healthcare Regulatory Compliance •

Hospital Central Service Technology •

Industrial Design Technology •

Industrial Design Technology: Design Specialist - Solidworks •

Linux Professional •

Magnetic Resonance Imaging •

Management of Clinical and Bioscience Informatics •

Management of Clinical InformationTechnology •

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Medical Transcription • •Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) Administrator

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Microsoft Technical Specialist •

Networking Administration: Cisco •

Networking Administration: Microsoft Windows Server •

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Nuclear Medicine Technology •

Nurse Assisting •

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Nursing Refresher •

Occupational Safety and Health Technology • •

Office Technology •

Organizational Leadership •

Organizational Management •

Physical Therapist Assisting •

Polysomnographic Technology •

Practical Nursing •Production Technology •

Production Technology: CNC Technology •Production Technology: QualityAssurance •

Radiation Therapy •Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning •

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Retail Management • •

Small Business Entrepreneurship •

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Surgical Technology for the Operating Room Nurse •

Wastewater Treatment •Water Resource Technologies •Water Resource Technologies: Hydrologic Studies •

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ApprentiCesHip proGrAms university trAnsfer options

Community colleges offer courses, programs and associate degrees that are guaranteed to transfer to any one of Arizona’s three state universities. Always 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 prerequisites, if any, and successful completion of at least 15 credit hours a semester.

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Carpentry • •

Concrete Form Builder •

Construction Management •

Electricity • •

Heat and Frost Insulation • •

Heavy Equipment Operations • •

Ironworking • •

Mechanical Trades: HVAC • •

Mechanical Trades: Pipefitting • •

Mechanical Trades: Plumbing • •

Mechanical Trades: Sheet Metal • •

Millwrighting • •

Painting and Drywalling • •

Pipe Trades: Pipefitter-Refrigeration • •

Plastering and Cement Masonry •

Plumbing • •

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Sheet Metal • •

Steamfitting • •

Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) •

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) •

Associate in Arts (AA) •

Associate in Business (ABUS) •

Associate in General Studies (AGS) •

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

GAteWAy to tHe Arts, provided in conjunction with the Liberal Arts Division, is a series of events available for students to gain exposure to various artistic mediums like acting, music and film.

GeCKolAnd, an annual family friendly carnival.

CulturAl CelebrAtions, acknowledge and celebrate the diverse student populations on campus.

Clubs & HiGH sCHool proGrAms on CAmpusAchieving a College Education (ACe) | Associated Student Council (AsC) |Associated Students in Surgical Technology (Assist) | Association of Respiratory Care Students (ArCs) | Athletics: Baseball, Soccer and Softball | Black Student Union (bsu) | Club Inspiring and Nurturing Students in Total Education (insite) | Club “Nuc” Med | Creative Writing Club (out of inK) | GateWay Women’s Forum | Gay Straight Alliance (GsA) | Geckos In Action - Community Builders (GiA) | Go Green GateWay | GWCC Skills USA | Hispanic Student Organization (Hso) | Inter-Tribal Club | Parents Learning about Youth (p.l.A.y.) | Phi Theta Kappa (ptK) | Safety Club | Stand in Truth Christian Club (sit) | Student Association of Radiologic Technologists (stArt) | Student Association of Sonographers (sAs) | Student Nurses Association (snA) | Students with the Ability to Learn Succeed and Achieve (sAlsA) | Veterans Club | Water and Various Environmental Sciences Association (WAves) | World Explorers Club

events open to you noWFall Career Exploration Day | Spring Career Exploration Day | Spring Geckoland Carnival

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

Get involved

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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 Counseling | Disability Resources | Fahrenheit Lab (entrepreneurial space)Financial Aid | Honors Programs | International Programs | Learning Center | Library | Service Learning | Tutoring | Veterans Services | Writing Center

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Contact your school counselor to schedule a visit with a GateWay representative or put your future in your own hands and call, click, chat, text or visit today!

CAll (602) 286-8050 to speak with a GateWay representative.

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

CHAt with a live GateWay representative at gatewaycc.edu/chat.

teXt (602) 910-2555 for quick answers from a GateWay representative.

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

tour Call (602) 286-8050 or visit gatewaycc.edu/tour to schedule a campus tour. Tours are also available in Spanish.

WHAt Are you WAitinG for? stArt your future todAy!

Complete tHese eAsy steps to enroll

meet WitH A GAteWAy reCruiter at your high school campus or schedule an appointment: gatewaycc.edu/outreach-recruitment

set up your student Center & emAil by going to my.maricopa.edu and clicking “New Student? Start Here”

Apply for Admissionsat my.maricopa.edu, click “Student Center” and then “Admissions”

Apply for finAnCiAl Aid if needed by visiting fafsa.ed.gov and clicking “Start a New FAFSA” GateWay’s school code is 008303.

tAKe tHe plACement test English, math and reading placement tests are required for new students. Visit gatewaycc.edu/testing.

meet WitH An Advisor To make an appointment go to Enrollment Services on campus or call (602) 286-8600.

reGister for ClAss & orientAtion by visiting my.maricopa.edu

pAy tuition & fees by visiting my.maricopa.edu and logging into your Student Center.

Attend tHe orientAtion & student ConferenCe for suCCess

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This booklet was printed in August 2014. For the latest information on programs, graduation rates and other important consumer information, please visit our website at gatewaycc.edu. Photos taken by Liam Frederick Photography, Tevis Photography and Maria Nissen Photography.

GateWay Community College is a Maricopa Community College, accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 • Chicago, IL 60604-1411, (800) 621-7440, ncahlc.org). The Maricopa Community Colleges is an equal opportunity employer of

protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About Maricopa County Community College District: The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) consists of 10 nationally accredited community colleges, two skill centers and multiple education

centers. The District ranks as 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.

reQuest informAtion GAteWAyCC.edu/outreACH-reCruitment

sCHedule A CAmpus tourGAteWAyCC.edu/tour

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