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Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Learning Center

Pima Community College offers a range of classes on the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base leading to degree and transfer programs.

The center serves both active-duty military personnel and the public. Students receive the same services that are available on Pima’s campuses, including assessment exams, financial aid services, and admissions and registration advising.

CLEP and DSST testing is offered at this site for active duty and DoD contractors at no charge. Non-military affiliated PCC students may also take the CLEP exam at the DMAFB test center for a fee and if they have base access. We also proctor licensure and certification exams through Pearson Vue.

The College partners with the Community College of the Air Force through the General Education Mobile (GEM) program to offer general education courses that meet CCAF degree requirements. 

Must attend a TA Briefing; Held every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. in Room 125 in PDC
  • Apply for TA via AFVEC portal https://afvec.us.af.mil
  • Apply for TA up to 45 days prior (60 days for Army), no later than 7 days prior to the course start date. Recommendation to submit 30 days prior to the start of class to clear any barriers.
  • Once TA is approved; send a copy of the approved TA voucher to DMEC@pima.edu

Assistance with TA Form or AFVEC Portal is available during Base Education office:

Walk-in hours: Tue. - Thur.: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Phone: 520-228-2645 or email 355FSS.FSDE.Education@us.af.mil

In order to help you get started at Pima Community College, we provide assistance with the following processes in our office at Davis Monthan Air Force Base:

 

All non-military affiliated Pima students are welcome to attend classes at Davis-Monthan. Pima students attending classes at Davis-Monthan AFB must show:

  • Picture Identification: (driver’s license, State ID, or passport)
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship: official copy of U.S. birth certificate
  • Pima Class Schedule printed from the MyPima Academics tab, My Schedule section
  • Department of the Air Force signed copy of Memorandum for all Davis Monthan AFB Students

Students driving vehicles onto the Base must show driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and vehicle registration.

Passes for entry to the Base can be obtained at the Visitor's Center at the Craycroft/Golf Links Gate daily between Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. 

Students may obtain Base passes beginning one week before the start of class.

To meet Homeland Security regulations, the government will conduct any background checks it deems appropriate to maintain law and order and ensure the security of the personnel and property on the installation.   

All Pima Community College students enrolled in any course offered at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base must undergo a criminal background check to gain permission to enter the Base. 

As required by DMAFB Security Personnel, Pima Community College will provide the name, Social Security number and date of birth of any Pima student enrolled in or ceasing enrollment in classes taught on DMAFB.

Register on clep.collegeboard.org
  • Set up your account or sign-in
  • Register for the test desired
  • During test registration, make sure “Eligible for DANTES?” answer is YES
  • Select “Testing center”, not remote site.
  • While serving active duty, first attempt at each test is completely covered by DANTES funding
  • Receive your registration ticket #
  • To schedule you can come in, call or send an email to DMEC@pima.edu
    • You must include: Name of the test, Ticket Registration Number, Time/Day you would like to take the test and a good phone number to reach you.
    • Study materials available on clep.collegeboard.org and modernstates.org

NOTE: Admission as a Pima student is NOT required to take part in CLEP/DSST/Pearson Vue Testing

Pre sign up is NOT Required
  • To schedule you can come in, call or send an email to DMEC@pima.edu
  • Be sure to include the Name of the test, Time/Day you would like to take the test and a good phone number to reach you.
NOTE: Admission as a Pima student is NOT required to take part in CLEP/DSST/Pearson Vue Testing.
Registration is done completely online at www.pearsonvue.com

NOTE: Admission as a Pima student is NOT required to take part in CLEP/DSST/Pearson Vue Testing.

Members using Tuition Assistance (TA) must attend a TA briefing through their command or ESO.

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Contact us for more information about tuition assistance.

My Career Advancement Account

  • For spouses of service members on active duty in pay grades E-1 to E-6, W-1 to W-2 and O-1 to O-2
  • High School Completion is Required
  • Max Tuition Benefit of $4,000.00 with annual fiscal cap of $2,000.00
  • Covers tuition including differential tuition at Pima. Will NOT cover fees, books, etc.
  • Will not cover General Studies/ Liberal Arts degrees and preparatory courses.
  • If you are interested in this program, you must apply online at https://mycaa.militaryonesource.mil/mycaa to create an account and see if you are eligible. 

Contact Us

Pima Community College
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Education Center Office
5355 E. Granite Street
Building 2441, Suite 100 [Map]
Phone: 520-206-4688
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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