Salt Lake Community College
About Salt Lake Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Salt Lake Community College teaches across the Salt Lake valley and is the largest two-year college in Utah. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and business, nursing and psychology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1948
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah
Students
18,136
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,426
Out-of-state: $14,244
Avg Net Price
$9,804
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,867
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Aug 20
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.7%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
23.6%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 29.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,426
In-State
$14,244
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$700
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,417
After Financial Aid
$9,804
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,476
Receive Grants
16.8%
Take Loans
8%
Tuition is $4,426/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,804.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Salt Lake Community College fund their education.
While in School
16.8%
Get Grants
Free money
8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,276
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,003
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$85/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,003, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Salt Lake Community College.
Gender
55%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
18,136
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.6%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
24.8%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 45% of the student body. 39.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
18,136
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Salt Lake Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 301 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
301
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
158
Men
143
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Salt Lake Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,867
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$36K
955 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$43K
242 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
239 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
151 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$56K
138 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$41K
133 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.