College in the Arizona Sunshine … Just One of Our Many Perks
About Tempe
Tempe, Arizona, the state's seventh largest city, is located in the center of the Valley of the Sun with more than 160,000 residents calling it home. Tempe is bordered by Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa and Chandler. Access to Tempe is a snap with the Loop 101, 202, US 60, I-10 and Hohokam Expressway serving Tempe, making us the most accessible city in the metropolitan area. And we are only 10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with taxi service and public transportation available seven days a week. Tempe offers more than 300 days a year of sunshine to its residents and visitors, and annual rainfall amounts to approximately 7.36 inches a year.
The city of Tempe, Arizona, has seen great changes during the past two decades: gorgeous industrial parks and planned communities have developed by the dozens in an effort to keep pace with the influx of high-tech industry, financial, insurance, athletic, academic, cultural, political and tourism operations.
- Tempe is truly a college community: Collins College’s learning site is located just blocks away from Arizona State University (ASU).
- Mill Avenue District’s downtown areas have grown to become a unique, pedestrian-friendly place to live, work and play.
- Enjoy the pedal boats at Tempe Town Lake.
About Phoenix
Looking for colleges in Arizona in a big-city setting? Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the country, is the capital of the Grand Canyon state and has a population of 1.5 million people. Phoenix is considered the “Hub of the Southwest” with Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, Denver, Albuquerque, and Hermosillo, Mexico all within 500 miles. Many visitors to Phoenix fall in love with the city and decide to move here for the great weather, affordable housing, good schools, professional sports, an expanding arts-and culture-scene and ample recreational opportunities. For many, the weather is the main attraction. Phoenix is a premier destination, boasting more than 300 sun-filled days a year and an average temperature of 73 degrees.
Enjoy all the weather has to offer with one of the many outdoor educational opportunities including the Desert Botanical Gardens, the Phoenix Zoo and the Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park. Phoenix has one of the largest mountain park preserves in the nation with the 17,000 acre South Mountain, the largest municipal park in the world. The National Golf Foundation named Phoenix the “Golf Capital of the World.” Recreation opportunities include golf courses, hiking, bicycling, and boating at nearby lakes.
Phoenix’s exciting arts and culture scene includes the Phoenix Museum of History, Arizona Science Center, Herberger Theater, Phoenix Symphony Hall, Dodge Theatre and the historic Orpheum Theater. Visitors can also see the Ballet Arizona, Arizona Opera, and the Valley Youth Theatre. Art lovers can visit the Phoenix Art Museum and the famous Heard Museum, and many other arts organizations.
Collegiate and professional sports thrive in the Phoenix area. Phoenix is the home of the Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Rattlers and Phoenix Mercury. On any given day, Phoenix attracts more than 5 million sports fans.
Young or old, you’ll find lots of fun, food, and excitement at Arizona’s Finest Family Fun and Thrill Park, Castles N’ Coasters. The parks include high roller coasters, water rides and miniature golf, just to name a few attractions.
Students at our college in Arizona have access to amazing arts, culture, recreation and entertainment. Contact us today to learn more about our college in Arizona and our array of degree programs.
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