Mesa Community College now offers two affordable bachelor's degrees. Our programs offer the value and convenience of a community college with the quality of a 4-year program—setting you up for more savings and greater success.
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), Data Analytics and Programming
Learn how to use and visualize data to solve problems, make predictions, formulate questions and identify opportunities. This program will prepare you for a career as a data analyst or data scientist, helping businesses and organizations make important decisions through the analysis of raw data.
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Early Childhood Education - Dual Language
Get the quality education and training you need to become a certified early childhood educator—a creative, rewarding and passion-driven career now part of a growing, high-demand professional field. Make a lasting impact on the lives of children during their critical early childhood years.
Attend a Virtual Information Session
Early Childhood Education - Dual Language BA
Tuesday, April 30 - 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 30 - 5:30 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What bachelor's degrees are offered at Mesa Community College?
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We offer a Bachelor of Applied Science in Data Analytics and Programming and a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education - Dual Language. Additional bachelor's degrees are offered at other Maricopa Community Colleges.
- Is financial aid available for bachelor's degrees at MCC?
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Yes. Our bachelor's degrees are approved for federal financial aid programs. Please visit Financial Aid for more information. Additional scholarships are also available for the Early Childhood Education - Dual Language program.
- Can I earn my bachelor's degree online or from another state?
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Not at this time. Both of our bachelor's programs require at least some on-campus classes.
- Do I have to complete an associate's degree first?
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No. But if you are currently pursuing an associate's degree in another major we recommend you first speak to an advisor before declaring a bachelor's degree major.
If you are interested in the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education - Dual Language you are encouraged to complete the Associate in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education, as the majority of the classes are built into the bachelor's program. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Data Analytics and Programming does not currently have a built-in associate's degree.
- How much is tuition?
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For Maricopa County residents, tuition is $97 per credit for 100-level and 200-level classes and $145.50 per credit for 300-level and 400-level classes. There is also a $15 registration fee per semester. Detailed rates are listed on our tuition and fees page.
- Where will I take classes?
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Our bachelor's programs offer classes online, at the Southern and Dobson campus and at the Downtown Center. Some on-campus classes will be required.
- Do I need to be bilingual to complete the Early Childhood Education - Dual Language program?
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No. You do not need to be proficient in a language other than English.
- When will the upper-division classes be offered?
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Early Childhood Education - Dual Language will begin offering 300-level classes in fall 2023. Data Analytics and Programming will begin offering 300-level classes in fall 2024.
- What classes are required for bachelor's degrees?
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Your pathway map lists the recommended course sequence and all the required classes for your program. Visit the pathway map for Data Analytics and Programming or Early Childhood Education - Dual Language.
- Are there prerequisites for the upper-division classes?
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Your pathway map lists the recommended course sequence and all the required classes for your program. Visit the pathway map for Data Analytics and Programming or Early Childhood Education - Dual Language.
- How do I enroll?
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Ready to get started? If you are new to MCC, follow our enrollment steps. If you are a current student, see our program change instructions for a video and printable guide on how to change your major.
- Are there other bachelor's degrees available?
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Yes. Learn more about bachelor's degrees at other Maricopa Community Colleges.
Other Questions? Get in Touch.
Data Analytics and Programming BAS
Phone: 480-461-7711
Email: mcc-bas-dap@mesacc.edu
Early Childhood Education - Dual Language BA
Phone: 480-461-7904
Email: mcc-ece@mesacc.edu