10 Interesting Facts about Tohono O’odham Community College

1. TOCC is deeply connected to the Tohono O’odham Nation and is dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural traditions, language, and values of the Tohono O’odham people.
2. The college offers a variety of academic programs, including associate degrees and certificates, with an emphasis on fields that align with the cultural values and needs of the Tohono O’odham Nation.
3. TOCC is actively engaged in language revitalization efforts, working to preserve and promote the Tohono O’odham language through classes and cultural activities.
4. The college collaborates closely with the Tohono O’odham community, tribal leaders, and organizations to address community needs and contribute positively to the well-being of the Nation.
5. TOCC’s cultural events, traditional celebrations, and activities contribute to the preservation of Tohono O’odham traditions and provide opportunities for cultural enrichment.
6. TOCC’s faculty members have a deep understanding of Tohono O’odham culture and traditions, ensuring that education is grounded in the values and perspectives of the tribe.
7. The college offers customized educational experiences that respect the individual needs, interests, and aspirations of Tohono O’odham students.
8. TOCC prioritizes student success by offering a range of support services, including academic advising, tutoring, cultural mentoring, and financial aid assistance.
9. The college’s location on the Tohono O’odham Nation provides a unique setting to integrate sustainable practices and environmental stewardship, respecting the land and its resources.
10. TOCC embodies the principle of tribal self-determination, empowering the Tohono O’odham Nation to shape the education and training opportunities that align with its cultural values and aspirations.

Admission

Tuition & Fee

All Programs

Arts Program
Associate of Fine Arts

Business Program
Associate of Business in Business Administration (ABBA)

Computer Information Systems
Associates of Art in Computer Information Systems

Science and Health Programs
Associates of Arts Life Science
Associate of Science Life Science
Associate of Science Physical Science

Education Programs
Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education (AAECE)
Associate of Arts in Elementary Education (AAEE)

Liberal Arts Program
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

Social Work Program
Associate of Arts in Social Work

Tohono Oʼodham Studies
Associate of Arts in Tohono O’odham Studies

Direct Employment Programs
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education
Certificates
Certificate in Digital Media
Casino Gaming Certificate
Certificate in Social Services
Certificate in Substance Abuse and Addiction Studies
Culinary Art Certificate I and Culinary Art Certificate II
Early Childhood Education Certificate I
Early Childhood Education Certificate II

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

205 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

638