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Southwestern Community College

Creston, Iowa · Public

$10k/yearCost after aid
Feb 1Application deadline

FindU Grade

BValue
N/ACampus
B+Academics
C-Admissions
B-Student Life
BOverall

About

Southwestern Community College is located in Creston, Iowa. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 774 students.

swcciowa.edu

Cost and aid

True cost

Great value
$10kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$7,024
Out-of-state tuition$7,248
Room & board$7,910
Avg aid package$7,648
Students receiving aid24%
Pell grant recipients24%

Southwestern Community College offers an affordable education, saving students thousands compared to public universities in North Carolina. The college provides financial aid through federal, state, and local sources, along with numerous scholarships through the SCC Foundation. This makes it an accessible option for students seeking a quality education without accumulating excessive debt.

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Admissions

Application info

Student–faculty ratio16:1
Common AppNo
Application fee$0

Application dates

Regular DecisionFeb 1

Southwestern Community College has an open admissions policy. The college focuses on serving the community and providing accessible education. The college aims to help students improve their lives through education and actively responds to the educational needs of the communities it serves.

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Academics

Student–faculty ratio16:1
Full-time faculty44%

Southwestern Community College fosters a welcoming, student-centered, and supportive academic culture. The college prides itself on an open-door policy where the entire enrollment team, advisors, instructors, and support staff are dedicated to student success. This creates a family-like atmosphere focused on helping students achieve their educational goals.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$40,129
Job placement rate90%
Earn more than HS grad64%
Economic mobility222%
Loan default (3 yr)14%
Loan repayment (3 yr)46%

Southwestern Community College prepares students for various career pathways with over 90 credential options in fields like engineering and arts trades. The college emphasizes workforce training and offers more health sciences options than any other institution in the region. Graduates are well-equipped to enter the job market or transfer to four-year institutions.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
774Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 62%Male 38%
82% WhiteRacial diversity
White 82%Hispanic 6%Black 5%Asian 0%Other 7%
Campus housingYes

Southwestern Community College offers a vibrant campus life with various events and contests. The college sponsors events and contests that are fun to participate in. The location also works out great since the campus is right next to the public library.

Student reviews

Campus and vibes

Student

This is a wonderful community college, and anyone going here is lucky to have such kind and helpful staff.

Student

I have really liked my college so far. I’m taking a few in person classes and some online and the teachers are all wonderful and understanding. I have a good schedule and being able to take some online classes allows me to have a job and plan out my week easier. The people have all been great and the college sponsored events and contests have been fun to participate in. The location is also works out great since the campus is right next to the public library.

About Southwestern Community College

Southwestern Community College prioritizes campus safety with measures in place at each of its locations. The college has a Campus Security Handbook that outlines procedures for reporting crimes and emergencies, as well as important contact numbers. The college also works with local law enforcement to ensure a safe learning environment.

The Honors Program at Southwestern Community College is designed for students who love to learn and want to challenge themselves. With the support of faculty mentors, it takes your regular classes and makes them more exciting and in-depth. The program helps you focus on what you’re passionate about and sets higher goals for your studies.

Endowment$2,846,513
Avg faculty salary$66,948

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