RETHINK THE WORLD T ra NS f O r M IT TO ge T her . THEN
Step Outside Walk into purpose
You’re here to forge a new path to a brighter future—not just for yourself, but for the world at large. That’s exactly what you’ll learn to do at Prescott College. Ask bold questions. Take your education outside. Connect with others to uplift people and planet through purpose-driven work. Let’s reimagine what’s possible, together.
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UNLEARN UNITE UPLIFT
justice begins with unlearning
our degrees
Create a more just and equitable world with a Prescott education. You'll begin by unlearning inherited beliefs and challenging systems built to divide us. Our programs invite you to explore where ecology, education, leadership and human systems meet through first-hand experience in the field. find your program
Adventure Education
Critical Social Justice and Solidarity
Environmental Humanities
Field Ecology and Conservation
Interdisciplinary Studies* Psychology
*Transfer only
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undergraduate degrees
Adventure Education BA
Be it on snow, vertical rock, the ocean, on the river, or in the classroom, our BA in Adventure Education connects people to each other and to nature. Students actively develop leadership abilities, learn how to teach and facilitate groups experientially, and cultivate an ethic of care for the environment while honing technical outdoor skills in field settings.
Critical Social Justice and Solidarity BA
Prescott’s Critical Social Justice and Solidarity BA is a community-based program serving those who are drawn to responding to the needs of our time and our future with equal parts strategy, persistence, and vision.
Environmental Humanities BA
Our BA in Environmental Humanities combines the realms of research and expression, the human and non-human worlds, and theories and action. As you develop your skills as an artist and problem-solver, you'll explore the contribution of environmental humanities to the human experience including historical, social, environmental, religious, and cultural contexts.
*Students who have 80+ transfer credits are eligible to enter into this program.
Field Ecology and Conservation BA
A B.A. in Field Ecology and Conservation at Prescott College is about connecting and engaging with the natural world: spending half of your time outdoors amongst native plants, animals, landscapes, and ecosystems, and practicing conservation while living and learning alongside local place-based communities.
Interdisciplinary Studies BAS*
Interdisciplinary Studies fosters the integration of skills, knowledge, and dispositions from two or more distinct disciplines to tackle challenges of the 21st century. This degree completion program, for highcredit transfer students, allows students to complete their undergraduate degree and potentially accelerate into a Master’s degree at Prescott College.
Psychology BA
In this program, you'll learn critical, holistic, and social/environmental justice perspectives to approach the study of individual, societal, and institutional/organizational psychological processes and well-being. These perspectives focus on understanding the complex interactions between sociocultural and individual factors, as well as the influence of power and oppression.
undergraduate certificates
Environmental Education
Sustainable Food Systems
Management graduate degrees
Counseling, M.S.
Educational Leadership, M.Ed.
Environmental Studies and Sustainability, M.S.
Organizing and Community Justice, M.A.
Outdoor Leadership, M.A.
Regenerative Design, M.A.
School Counseling, M.Ed.
Transformative Food Systems, M.A.
Experiential Counseling, Ed.S.
Sustainability Education, Ph.D.
graduate certificates
Sustainable Leadership and Management
post master's certificates
Adventure-Based Counseling
Expressive Arts Therapy
Nature-Based Counseling
we Transfers
Our generous transfer policy and oneon-one commitment to your education make us a top choice for students. Our flexible degree plans allow us to find ways to incorporate your previous credit into a degree that is as unique as you are. Whether you’ve only taken a few classes, completed an associate’s, or have as many as 90 credits under your belt, we can help utilize the work you've already done. Plus, we know that valuable learning happens outside the classroom, and your previous experience may be eligible for college credit through our Prior Learning Assessment. We welcome you to transfer to our on-campus program, or can help write a degree in our online programs that allow you to stay rooted in your own community or engaging in your studies while exploring the world.
Transfer Partners
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ORIENTATION
For 60 years, new students at Prescott College have built transformative connections to the college, to nature and community, and to each other while on Orientation. The first class all on-campus undergraduate students take, Orientation, is a three-week immersive interdisciplinary course designed to introduce students to the natural and cultural environments of the southwest, learn about themselves and the greater community, and experience the educational philosophies of Prescott College.
New students choose to participate in one of the following options:
Wilderness Orientation: A 21-day interdisciplinary field course
Community-Based Orientation: A 21-day interdisciplinary campus-based course
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global centers and partners
Prescott College students have opportunities to take weeklong or full-field semesters immersed in a community-based environment.
Reside and work alongside community members, resource managers, and researchers to uplift people and planet across the globe. We host hundreds of students from Prescott College and other learning institutions for field courses, independent study, and graduate research.
We are proud members of EcoLeague and the Consortium for Innovative Environments in Learning (CIEL), which provide opportunities for semester and year-long exchange programs that allow students to experience different campus cultures while giving them access to unique place-based experiences.
GLOBAL CENTERS
GLOBAL PARTNERS
KINO BAY CENTER (Sonora, Mexico)
DOPOI CENTER (Narok County, Kenya)
SOME OF OUR GLOBAL PARTNERS
Burren College of Art (Ballyvaughan, Ireland)
Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (Budapest, Hungary)
Siendo Naturaleza (San Martin, Peru)
University of SouthEastern Norway (Notodden, Norway)
XIM University ( Kakudia, India)
EXPLORE ALL GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
meet our students
See Prescott College through the eyes of some of our students!
jamie frith
Interdisciplinary Studies
"Prescott College’s experiential learning opportunities have changed my life. From studying water politics while canoeing on the Colorado River, to traveling to rural Kenya to learn about history and culture, at Prescott you’re surrounded by people who have also sought out something different, and they quickly become friends for life."
zayla young Psychology and Adventure Education
"I am enrolled as a double major with two emphases–Adventure Education with an emphasis in Wilderness Leadership, and Psychology with an emphasis in Arts Therapy--I could not find something exactly like it offered at any other college in the United States."
nat burgeff
Enviromental Studies
"As an international student, I opted for PC due to its interdisciplinary approach, which equips me with the skills to tackle global challenges effectively. Additionally, I have had the opportunity to develop and implement my own projects, further enhancing my practical experience in the field."
pine goodman
Education and Enviromental Studies
"Prescott College is a perfect fit for me because of my love for nature and environment. I am majoring in both education and environmental studies. Prescott College has given me the opportunity to figure out who I am both as an educator and a person."
student impact
SENIOR PROJECTS
UNLEARN, UNITE, UPLIFT
natalie krause
Field Ecology and Conservation
Senior Project: Whitebark Pine Status in Western Garibaldi Provincial Park
High in the mountains, at treeline in coastal British Columbia, unknown stands of Whitebark Pine scratch out a living amidst harsh winds, blowing snow, and short growing seasons. These pines also face two new threats to their success: rising treelines due to climate change, and worse yet, the fungal pathogen known commonly as White Pine Blister Rust. Natalie's senior project brought her to these trees, where, working on foot and out of her backpack, she conducted pioneering surveys on the ecological status of these yet unstudied stands, making significant contributions to Parks Canada-wide conservation efforts.
sage low
Adventure Education
Senior Project: Facilitation of a Prospective Student River Recruitment Trip
"I co-created, planned, and facilitated the successful pilot of our Prospective Student River Recruitment Trips program. I was lead a team of peers in planning and executing the logistics required for the trip, crafting a place-based curriculum for the mini-course, and then guiding the 4-day recruitment whitewater trip on the upper San Juan River in Utah. My goal for the project was to share with prospective students a taste of the unique education we offer at Prescott College while facilitating a safe, instructive, and transformative river trip."
luca sheid
Psychology and Human Development
Senior Project: Beyond the Self: The Healing Powers of Unitive Practices
"Unity can be experienced in all aspects of life, such as outdoor adventure, reading a book, or having a conversation, and can have a healing potential. I found through my research that these practices and experiences are really valuable in creating long term well-being."
— in action
thomas udall '70
U.S. Ambassador
U.S. Government
Former United States Senator and current United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa.
jaco schiller '23
Performance Artist
Performing Artist, Writer, Journalist, Private Educator in Northern Vermont.
Eric Glomski '92
Owner and Director of Winegrowing
Page Springs Cellars & Vineyards
Founder and Director of sustainable winery and bistro, educator, and passionate steward of planet and community.
david duckett '83
Owner and Artisan Mill Creek Wood Works
Creator of handmade, custom furniture using local resources. Restorer of antique furniture.
jessie beyer '22
Crisis Co-Responder
Volunteers of America
Western Washington
Working for a faith-based non-profit with a vision to empower people and strengthen communities.
copland rudolph '91 & '94
Executive Director
Asheville City Schools Foundation
Strengthening opportunities for the students and educators of Asheville City Schools.
barrett donovan '24
Development and Engagement Manager
Colorado Water Trust
Working for a non-profit to help restore water to Colorado rivers.
alumni impact
ALUMNI OUTCOMES
5,367 ELEVATION FT AV. SUMMER HIGH AV. WINTER LOW & 25° 89°
277 AVERAGE OF SUNSHINE DAYS
750+ MILES OF TRAILS
The Crossroads are built from reclaimed timber and Corten steel College Library
connect here. go anywhere.
While undergraduate on-campus students may spend up to 70% of their time in the field, our Prescott, Arizona campus is always home. Here you will find a welcoming community that cares as much about the environment as we do about our people.
EXPLORE OUR CAMPUS
Solar Panels
Thumb Butte Mt.
Enjoy all 4 seasons in Prescott, Arizona
Our gardens are filled with native plants, flowers, trees, fruits, and vegetables.
We have our own chickens & ducks on campus!
The Village
The Village is Prescott College’s main residential community. Thirteen suites are present between three buildings, all within a gated community. Each suite captures an open concept full kitchen, living room, and a study room. Five bedrooms with varying configurations are present, catering to eight individuals in total. Included within the residential lodging rate are the laundry and residential parking fees. Both amenities are adjacent to The Village community. The outdoor space is highlighted by pergolas covered with greenery. You will often encounter students in hammocks, around the outdoor fireplace in the central courtyard, or admiring the ample amounts of accessible fruit trees and vegetation.
The Crossroads Cafe
The Crossroads Café is nothing like your typical college cafeteria; we strive for fresh and healthy food and also have vegetarian and gluten-free options. Most of our food is prepared from scratch and originates from Arizona. The beef is grassfed, the coffee is fair-trade and locally roasted. We compost all food waste and recycle the rest.
team
The cycling team has participated in the MBAA Mountain Bike series in Arizona, completing two races and will continue the series in April and May. We have successfully landed our team in the top ten for each of our races and look forward to racing in our home field in April and Flagstaff in May. We are looking forward to racing in the Southwest Collegiate Cycling Conference Races beginning in late August; with the opportunity to race throughout Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico.
get involved
Our student have inquiring minds, uncompromising ideals, and soaring spirits. We cultivate a unique college experience that encourages students to pursue their passions while exploring new ones.
Student Government, Clubs and Organizations
All enrolled students are members of the Student Union who then elect members to the Student Union Board (SUB). SUB endorses and supports a variety of activities and student run organizations*, including:
Cinema Club
Collegiate Cycling Club
Community Cleanup Club
Community Strategizing
Council
Cooking Club
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Fiber Arts Club
First-Year Bridge Program
Mycology Club
Planning and Writing Circle
Poetry Club
Pottery Club
Student Activities Team
Sanctuary Saturdays Group
Soccer Club
Student Union Board
Sustainability Council
Table Top Games Club
Taco Tuesday Group
Yoga Group
Don’t see a club that sparks your interest? It’s easy to start one and the list of clubs on campus changes often as a result.
*List of clubs previously available at Prescott College. Active clubs vary year to year.
we won’t always have the answer, but we’ll encourage you to ask the important questions.
Home to more than just books, the Prescott College Library houses many student resources available on campus and virtually.
Library
The Prescott College Library supports the curriculum with a variety of print and electronic resources. Our library catalog reflects not only our collection but that of more than 40 other libraries in Yavapai County. A system-wide library card allows borrowers to request books from any library in the county. Online resources include millions of full-text articles available through our article databases, and over 148,000 e-books available through ebrary.
Writing & Tutoring Center
The Prescott College Writing and Tutoring Center supports students in specific subject areas and at all stages of the writing process. Our students bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives to their studies and our aim is to help each student find and strengthen their authentic writer's voice and academic aptitude.
Academic and Advising Support
Each student has a success coach and faculty adviser assigned to them for individual support with degree planning, using the Library, the Writing Center, Access and Disability Support Services, and by offering success workshops throughout each term.
Counseling Services
Individual in-person or phone counseling sessions are available for on-campus students. Evening and weekend hours are available.
In addition, Prescott College has partnered with Uwill, the leading mental health and wellness solution for colleges and students, to provide additional access to mental health counseling for our students. Uwill offers immediate access to licensed counselors by video, phone, chat or message.
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academic opportunities
Accelerated Master’s Degree
Save money on your master’s degree by applying to the program in your junior year. Once accepted, you will start taking courses that will complete your undergraduate degree and begin your graduate degree! You’ll only pay the undergrad tuition rate for cross-listed courses, saving you time and money.
Arizona Serve
Arizona Serve is a program of Prescott College and hosts nearly 200 AmeriCorps members serving with schools and nonprofits across Pima County and Yavapai County.
Veterans
As the first private college in Arizona certified as a Veterans Supportive Campus, we continually strive to better support veterans and military families. Veterans are included and celebrated along with others in our student activity center known as "the lounge", and can find dedicated space and resources for veterans in our one-stop Student Solutions Center. Veterans and students who are military family members are also welcome and encouraged to apply for work-study employment positions, are offered individualized orientation sessions, and have access to a strong local network of community, state, and national resources. Learn more at Prescott.edu/Veterans
online learning
Earn your degree online without disrupting your life. Our online format provides you with the flexibility to stay in your community while earning your degree. This is not a one-size-fits-all approach to college—this is you taking control of your education.
Online Degree Program Options
Interdisciplinary Studies BAS*
Blending courses from multiple disciplines and bridging knowledge from various fields, Interdisciplinary Studies majors cultivate a holistic understanding of how the world is interconnected. Students become uniquely well-positioned in various industries to identify solutions to complex environmental and social issues. The Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Interdisciplinary Studies is designed for students seeking to complete their undergraduate degree and who are highly interested in accelerating into a Master’s degree.
Psychology BA
Through an online BA in Psychology, you’ll draw on and expand your own knowledge and life experiences as the foundation to develop critical, holistic, and social/environmental justice perspectives to approach the study of psychological processes and well-being. This flexible program integrates students’ insights with theory and research to explore complex interactions between sociocultural and individual factors, as well as the influence of power and oppression.
*Students who have 80+ transfer credits are eligible to enter into this program.
outstanding value transformative education
At Prescott College, we’ve lowered on-campus undergraduate tuition to $15,000 per year to align our values of inclusivity, justice, and sustainability with the cost of our education. No hidden math. No complicated aid packages. Just a bold step toward a future where more students can think critically, unite across differences, and uplift their communities — without the weight of crushing debt.
UNLEARN. UNITE. UPLIFT. beginning fall 2026
TUITION FOR ALL ON-CAMPUS UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS. $15,000 PER YEAR FLAT RATE
Admissions Checklist:
The admissions application is free. Apply on our website or through Common App. Once you start your application, you’ll receive access to your applicant portal to view the status and upload outstanding items.
A complete application to Prescott College requires:
Application. Prescott.edu/apply
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Information
Essay
FAFSA
Filing a FAFSA is the single most important thing you can do to get money for college, and it isn’t just for people who want or need federal student loans. FAFSA is used to determine how much aid (in the form of college scholarships, grants, and even work-study funding)you won’t have to pay back.
File your FAFSA using code: 013659 at fafsa.gov
When you apply for admission at Prescott College, you are automatically considered for an institutional scholarship. All students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov are also considered for stackable need-based grants.
Veterans Education Benefits
We recognize the hard work and commitment you’ve made, and are proud to support our student veterans and family members as an official Arizona Veteran Supportive Campus. As such, we maintain high standards including the Principles of Excellence. We accept most Veterans Education Benefits, and participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program for those students who qualify. Learn more at Prescott.edu/Veterans
walk into purpose
Here at Prescott College we are a community of learners and friends. This is the crux of our missionwhich begins with the word "together." Together we create interdisciplinary, experiential, and diverse learning environments that inspire future leaders to create a healthy, just, and sustainable world. I have hope that you all will do just that!
Barbara Morris, Ph.D. Prescott College President
