Eastern Arizona College's Discovery Park Campus

Eastern Arizona College has been operational for more than 55 years. Located in Thatcher, Ariz., it is one of the largest colleges in the United States. EAC enrolls more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students annually. The college is approved by the Commission on Higher Education and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Eastern Arizona College provides various technical and vocational programs, public and postsecondary educational studies, community outreach activities, and related services. The college offers associate's degrees in various academic areas, including allied health, business and public service, engineering and technologies, and fine and liberal arts. Additionally, it provides day, evening and weekend classes, winter and summer sessions, distance learning options, Internet and telecourses, child care centers, tutorial and counseling solutions, career resource facilities, student organizations and clubs, and disabled student resource centers.

Gila Institute for Technology is a Career and Technical Education District (CTED) located in Thatcher, AZ, serving the communities of Greenlee and Graham counties in southeastern Arizona. Their programs provide high school students with career and technical education (CTE) that prepares them for advanced degree training and success in the workforce. With a focus on collaboration, grit, service, and support, Gila Institute for Technology aims to enhance and enrich students' education, preparing them for future careers in their chosen fields. Their dedicated team of teachers and staff are passionate about their subjects and students, providing mentorship and guidance to help students find their desired careers.Generated from the website

Founded in 1964, Cochise College is one of the leading community colleges in Arizona. Located in Willcox, Ariz., the college offers a series of degree, honors and military programs. It offers degree courses in the subjects of administration of justice, anthropology, communications, early childhood care/education, economics and English. The community college offers several different online degree and certificate programs. It has partnerships with various education services to offer professional development and personal enrichment classes. Cochise College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.