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Prescott College's campus emphasizes outdoor learning, featuring a mix of modern and rustic buildings nestled amongst the mountains of Arizona. Take a virtual tour to experience its unique and nature-focused setting!

Prescott College's athletics program focuses on outdoor adventure and individual sports, reflecting the college's emphasis on environmental studies and sustainability. While not part of the NCAA, Prescott offers club sports and outdoor activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, and kayaking. The college's Outdoor Program provides equipment and instruction for various adventure sports. Prescott's approach to athletics emphasizes personal challenge, environmental stewardship, and community building.

West, Small city: Prescott College doesn't have a traditional campus. Instead, its learning model involves field-based study in various locations throughout the Southwest, promoting experiential learning and environmental immersion.

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At Prescott College, around 90% of students receive financial aid. Prescott College offers scholarships based on academic merit, financial need, and commitment to sustainability and social justice.


Prescott invites you to connect with the arts in the unique setting of the American Southwest. Imagine yourself learning traditional silversmithing from local artisans, attending an art exhibit focused on environmental sustainability, or creating a site-specific dance performance inspired by the natural landscape. Prescott fosters an experiential approach to the arts, integrating them with its focus on social and environmental justice.

Prescott College does not have a Greek Life system. The college's focus on environmental studies and social justice leads to alternative forms of student engagement and community-building activities.

Prescott College's internship program is deeply integrated into its experiential learning model. The college's unique focus on environmental studies and social justice creates internship opportunities with conservation organizations, sustainable businesses, and community development projects. Prescott's low student-to-faculty ratio allows for personalized internship placements aligned with students' specific interests and career goals.

Prescott College provides a unique, self-directed approach to education with programs in Environmental Studies, Human Development, and Social Justice. Students can design their own major through the college's Competence-Based model. Prescott's experiential learning emphasis integrates field studies and community engagement into all programs. For a full list of academic programming, click the link below.

A college campus might lean a certain way politically, but the surrounding community can have a very different cultural and political vibe. Exploring the area beyond campus can give you a better picture of the local political landscape. Use the link below to research the location of any college you're considering.

Prescott College integrates research into its experiential learning model, with many courses incorporating field research components. The college's unique focus on environmental studies and sustainability creates opportunities for students to engage in ecological and community-based research projects. Prescott's low student-to-faculty ratio allows for personalized mentorship in research endeavors.

Feeling safe on campus matters—it helps you focus on your studies, make new friends, and enjoy college life without constant worry. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you and your family can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus is important—it allows you to focus on your studies, make friends, and enjoy college life without unnecessary stress. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus is important—it allows you to focus on your studies, make friends, and enjoy college life without unnecessary stress. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus is important—it allows you to focus on your studies, make friends, and enjoy college life without unnecessary stress. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus matters—it helps you focus on your studies, make new friends, and enjoy college life without constant worry. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you and your family can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus matters—it helps you focus on your studies, make new friends, and enjoy college life without constant worry. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you and your family can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus matters—it helps you focus on your studies, make new friends, and enjoy college life without constant worry. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you and your family can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus is important—it allows you to focus on your studies, make friends, and enjoy college life without unnecessary stress. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus is important—it allows you to focus on your studies, make friends, and enjoy college life without unnecessary stress. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you can feel confident in your choice.
Feeling safe on campus is important—it allows you to focus on your studies, make friends, and enjoy college life without unnecessary stress. Look for schools with strong safety measures so you can feel confident in your choice.

Prescott College is a very small school with approximately 1,000 undergraduate students on campus.

Prescott College's student organizations reflect its focus on environmental studies and social justice. The Sustainability Club and the Social Justice Outreach Club align closely with the college's mission. Outdoor recreation groups like the Rock Climbing Club and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers take advantage of Prescott's unique location. The college's small size fosters a tight-knit community where students often create their own clubs based on shared interests.

Prescott College has a majority White student population (around 70%), with small populations of Hispanic/Latino, multiracial, Black/African American and Asian students. Prescott draws a national student body, with students coming from various parts of the US.

Prescott College offers unique housing options that reflect its commitment to sustainability and community living. The Village residence halls provide apartment-style living with a focus on eco-friendly practices. Students can also opt for the Crossroads Café Living Learning Community, which combines housing with hands-on experience in sustainable food systems. For those seeking a more immersive experience, the college offers Wilderness Orientation Base Camp housing. Dining at Prescott is centered around the Crossroads Café, which serves as both a dining hall and a learning lab for sustainable food practices. The café offers a variety of options, with an emphasis on locally sourced, organic ingredients. Prescott's commitment to sustainability is evident in its farm-to-table initiatives and composting program. The college's small size and unique approach to education allow for community-style dining, where students, faculty, and staff often share meals and engage in discussions about food systems and sustainability.

Prescott College provides a unique, self-directed approach to education with programs in Environmental Studies, Human Development, and Social Justice. Students design their own major through the college's Competence-Based model, typically finalizing their plan of study by the end of their sophomore year. For a full list of programs, click the link below.


Prescott College offers various scholarships and grants based on academic merit and financial need, including the Prescott Grant and the First-Generation Scholarship. The college also provides support services like the Academic Support Center and the Center for Community Engagement, which offer academic and personal support for all students, including first-generation and low-income students.

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