Southwestern Community College is a learning and teaching institution offering high-quality, innovative instruction and support, which promotes student achievement, academic excellence and economic development.
School Highlights
Southwestern Community College serves 2,955 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American), which is less than the state average of 48%.
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The student population of Southwestern Community College has grown by 27% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Southwestern Community College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,046 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,672 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
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Tuition Notes
Tuition listed is for the fall and spring semester attending full-time.
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Acceptance Rate
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82%
SAT Reading
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488
SAT Math
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498
ACT Composite
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20
ACT English
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13
ACT Math
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16
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
School Mascot: Jaguar
We offer quality programs that fit with your educational and
career goals at a fraction of the cost!Students at four-year
public universities in North Carolina pay 2-6 times more in tuition
and fees compared to students at Southwestern Community
College.When it comes toTuition and Fees,SCCis
dedicated to providing an affordable education. Review our
estimatedCost of Attendanceto help determine your cost
and view ourtuition payment plansfor flexible payment
options.Our cost may be low but the value of
anSCCeducation is high! 90% of our graduates stay,
live, and work within our service area, and our transfer students
have over a 95% success rate at 4-year institutions in
theUNCsystem.
Key student resources include our Learning Assistance Center,
Student Support Services, Disability Services, Library, and
E-Learning department.All of our students have access to one-on-one
academic advising andcareer counselingto prepare them
for whatever is next!
Through an agreement with the University of North Carolina
system,SCCstudents can earn up to 61 hours worth of
credit that will transfer to any public university and many private
colleges in the state. Completion of theAssociate in
Arts,Associate in Fine Arts, orAssociate in
Sciencedegree program ensures students` transfer with junior
status into most majors.OurUniversity Transfer Advising
Center(UTAC) provides advising services for Arts and Sciences
students planning to transfer to a university or 4-year
college.ManySCCprograms have also
establishedtransfer articulation agreementswith other
colleges and universities opening doors of opportunity for
graduates to pursue a bachelor`s degree. These agreements are
designed to identify the maximum number of transferable credits
that can be completed atSCC, as well as the courses remaining
upon transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwestern Community College cost?
Southwestern Community College's tuition is approximately $2,046 for In-State students and $6,672 for Out-State students.
What is Southwestern Community College's ranking?
Southwestern Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Least expensive tuition.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Southwestern Community College is Haywood Community College (19.9 miles away)
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,955 students
In-state tuition: $2,046
Out-state tuition: $6,672
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 28%
Source: Verified school update
Did You Know?
For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,915 per year for in-state students and $9,508 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $19,438 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
