An Advocate for Higher Education
Dr. Steven Bloomberg was appointed Chancellor of Maricopa Community Colleges in 2026. As the highest-ranking administrative official, he leads one of the nation's largest community college systems, serving more than 145,000 students annually across 10 colleges and 31 satellite locations. In his role as Chancellor, he guides the mission and vision of the District, spearheading initiatives that promote economic prosperity and academic and civic opportunities throughout Maricopa County. This includes:
Meet the Chancellor
In one of the nation's fastest-growing regions, Dr. Steven Bloomberg leads Maricopa Community Colleges, Arizona's largest community college system. With an annual economic impact of $8.8 billion, the 10-college system educates more Arizona residents than any other college or university in the state.
Drawing on more than 30 years of higher education leadership, Dr. Bloomberg works alongside business, education, and community leaders to expand educational opportunity, strengthen workforce-aligned programs, and build partnerships that support student success and Arizona's continued economic growth.
