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Enrollment

Eligibility Requirements

You are eligible to enroll in a STEDY program if you meet all of the following criteria:

  • You will be a high school Sophomore or Junior at the start of your program.
  • You attend a public, charter, private, or home school.
  • You have a 2.0+ GPA and are on track to graduate.
  • You have a history of good attendance.
  • You reside in Yuma County (Dateland, Gadsden, San Luis, Somerton, Tacna, Wellton, Yuma, etc.).
  • You can commit to a 2-year program.
  • YCAT passes are provided where routes are available. Otherwise, transportation is the student’s responsibility.
  • Additional Requirement for Cosmetology - Hairstyling:
    Students must be at least 16 years of age at the start of the program and have completed a minimum of 10 high school credits, equivalent to two years of high school education, as required by the Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board.  

Enrollment Process

Priority Registration Period: November 3rd, 2025 – March 1, 2026

Applications available online starting November 3rd, 2025.

Step 1: Choose Your Program

Talk with your high school counselor or contact our Central Campus Counselor with any questions.

Step 2: Apply Online

  • Applications for the 2026–2027 school year open November 3rd, 2025.
  • Apply by the priority deadline: March 1, 2026.
  • After applying, you’ll be notified by email regarding acceptance (based on availability and eligibility).
  • If accepted, you’ll receive an Enrollment Packet to complete.

Step 3: Submit Your Enrollment Packet

Email to: admissions@stedy01.org

Or return in person/mail to:

899 E. Plaza Circle, Suite 1
Yuma, AZ 85365

 

Cost: 

STEDY programs are available to eligible high school students at no cost. For programs held at Arizona Western College or Northern Arizona University, STEDY covers the full cost of tuition and fees. Textbooks and classroom materials are included for all programs.

YCAT bus passes are provided where routes are available; in areas without service, transportation is the student's responsibility.

 Annual non-refundable program fee:

  • Medical Assisting and Cosmetology Hairstyling: $50.00

  • All other programs: $25.00

Fee waivers are available for students facing financial hardship. Contact STEDY administration to request a waiver.

Questions? Call us at: (928) 366-5884

Step 4: Get Your Schedule

Accepted students will receive a STEDY schedule to share with their home campus.

Your high school may require additional forms (e.g., for early release, scheduling, or credit adjustments).

Step 5: Attend Orientation

All students must attend Orientation in July at the STEDY Central Campus before classes begin.

Students enrolled in Arizona Western College (AWC) programs must also attend:

  • A Course Registration Event
  • AWC Orientation
  • AWC Application Events will be offered