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I picked EA because it was quality, small town, and it allows me to go to school debt free and start a degree that will help me become an optometrist.

Adam, from Eagar, Arizona Studying Chemistry

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An Active Community Partner

EA serves a vital role in the educational and economic growth of our region. The College brings a $222.6 million economic benefit to the community annually and supports 3,630 jobs. Local businesses utilize the free services offered at our Small Business Development Center. Residents aged 55 and over enjoy free tuition and EA’s partnerships with Arizona universities allow students to earn a variety of bachelor’s degrees on EA’s main campus in Thatcher.

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Affordable Excellence

Eastern Arizona College is distinguished by offering a high quality, student-centered academic and residential experience at a fraction of the cost of a state university or trade school. Our students consistently transfer to four-year universities and earn industry-recognized credentials at a rate higher than national averages.

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3
Campuses (Thatcher, Globe, and Payson)
6,588
Students
#1
Nursing Program in Arizona
#1
Safest College Campus in Arizona

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