Estrella Mountain Community College
Who We Are
Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC), the newest institution within the Maricopa County Community College District, stands as a leader in delivering comprehensive educational opportunities since its inception in 1992. Strategically positioned in one of the county's fastest-growing regions, EMCC enrolls approximately 15,000 students each year and is designed to expand to accommodate over 40,000 students, enhancing its commitment to fostering a culturally rich and engaging learning environment. The college operates the SouthWest Skill Center, which specializes in short-term training programs aimed at equipping students for immediate entry into skilled professions within industrial skills and healthcare. Additionally, the Buckeye campus serves as a vital educational resource in the downtown area, providing accessible degree-tracked, job-training, and community education courses to meet the needs of a rapidly developing community. Through these initiatives, EMCC positions itself as a reliable and capable partner in addressing the educational demands of its diverse student body.