Southwestern Community College
Southwestern Community College (SWCC) is a 2-4 years, public school located in Creston, IA. It is classified as Associate's - Public Urban-serving Single Campus by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Associate's degree.
The SWCC's 2022 tuition & fees is $6,060 for Iowa residents and $6,270 for out-of-state students. 48% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,493.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,542 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $34,100.
Southwestern Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
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Directory Information
| Address | 1501 West Townline Street, Creston, IA 50801 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 641-782-7081 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | 2-4 years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Associate's - Public Urban-serving Single Campus |
| Highest Degree Offered | Associate's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Southwestern Community College are $6,060 for in-state students and $6,270 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,214 for Iowa residents and $6,424 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,060 | $6,270 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,214 | $6,424 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The average graduation rate is 47%. Total 1,542 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $34,100. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Graduation Rate » | 47% |
|---|---|
| Transfer-out Rate | 20% |
| Retention Rate | 65%(full-time), 54% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.67% (15 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,542 (all undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,493 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $34,100 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Southwestern Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | No |
SWCC provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of SWCC. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 223. It also offers separate board/meal plans.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 223 |
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