Workforce
- More than 1 million workers within a 30-minute commute
- Local population with 44 percent of adult residents possessing a bachelor's degree
- Continuous influx of highly qualified graduates from area colleges and universities
Data Source: ESRI Business Analyst (2019)
Talent Pipeline
- 40+ regional universities and other institutions of higher learning
- Arizona State University, the nation's largest public university
- University of Arizona, with an expanding presence in Greater Phoenix
- Maricopa Community Colleges, serving 265,000 students annually
Higher Education Demand Survey
The City of Chandler is conducting a brief survey to assess demand for additional higher education programming in Chandler. Your feedback will help determine if there is sufficient interest to introduce new courses and degree programs in our community over the coming years. Your responses are completely anonymous and results will be reported in aggregate form only. The survey will take about 5 – 10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for providing this important feedback
| Year | ASU Enrollment | UA Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 111,249 | 45,217 |
| 2017 | 103,530 | 44,831 |
| 2016 | 98,146 | 43,625 |
| 2015 | 91,322 | 43,088 |
Data Sources: Arizona State University, University of Arizona
Workforce Development
- Access to interns through programs offered by Arizona State University and University of Arizona
- Opportunity for customized workforce training curriculum at Chandler-Gilbert Community College
- Recruitment support through City-sponsored career fairs in partnership with Arizona@Work
