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 2,504 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.
The student population of Southwestern Community College has grown by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Southwestern Community College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has declined by 24% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,504 students
1,993 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
626 students
644 students
# Part-Time Students
1,878 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
152 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
626 students
644 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,878 students
1,404 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
2%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
10%
13%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
82%
54%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3961%
0.3863%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5387%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,800
$27,500
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 7% 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 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,046
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,672
$9,508
Tuition Notes
Tuition listed is for the fall and spring semester attending full-time.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,000
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
n/a
82%
SAT Reading
n/a
488
SAT Math
n/a
498
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
13
ACT Math
n/a
16
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
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 (2024-25)
Enrollment: 2,504 students
In-state tuition: $2,046
Out-state tuition: $6,672
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
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.
