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Southeast Community College Area

Community CollegeCity: Large

About Southeast Community College Area

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Southeast Community College teaches in Lincoln and across southeastern Nebraska, and keeps dormitories, which few community colleges do. Allied health and business are among its largest programs.

Founded

1973

Location

Lincoln, Nebraska

Students

6,773

Institution

Community College

Known For

Allied HealthBusinessAutomotive & RepairTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

37.8%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$3,690

Out-of-state: $4,320

Avg Net Price

$9,171

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$43,405

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

Free

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
37.8%

Below Average

37.8% complete their degree within three years

Retention

70.1%

Transfer Out

12%

Teaching Quality

12:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

49.7%

$/Student

$11.7K

Class Size

Medium

The 37.8% graduation rate is below average, but 70.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$3,690

In-State

/

$4,320

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$11,820

Books & Supplies

$1,000

Total Cost of Attendance

$13,186

After Financial Aid

$9,171

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$6,687

Receive Grants

22.1%

Take Loans

13.5%

The total cost of attendance runs about $13,186/yr, including $11,820 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,171.

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 Southeast Community College Area fund their education.

While in School

22.1%

Get Grants

Free money

13.5%

Take Loans

Must repay

$29,919

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$11,000

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$117/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Southeast Community College Area.

Gender

51.2%

Female

/

49%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

69%
14%
6.6%
6%
3.6%
White
Hispanic
Black
Multiracial
Asian

Enrollment

6,773

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

39.4%

First-Gen

24 yrs

Avg Age

18.8%

Age 25+

The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 39.4% 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

RuralCity
City: Large

City: Large

Campus Quick Facts

6,773

Students

community

Institution

Medium

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

No

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

Southeast Community College Area fields 8 varsity teams with 286 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division II

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

8

Biggest: Wrestling

Student Athletes

286

4% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

65% / 35%

185

Men

/

101

Women

6

Men's Teams

7

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
66
Wrestling
54
Baseball
49
Soccer
37
Track & XC
36
Basketball

Every Varsity Team

Wrestling66Baseball54Soccer49Track & Cross Country37Basketball36Softball20Golf13Volleyball11

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Southeast Community College Areaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$43,405

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$39K
6yr
$37K
8yr
$43K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

$31K

124 grads

1yr Earnings

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

$49K

86 grads

1yr Earnings

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$37K

82 grads

1yr Earnings

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

$53K

71 grads

1yr Earnings

Computer and Information Sciences, General

$56K

64 grads

1yr Earnings

Agricultural Mechanization

58 grads

Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southeast Community College Area

How much does Southeast Community College Area cost?
Tuition at Southeast Community College Area is $3,690 for in-state students and $4,320 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $13,186/yr, including $11,820 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,171.
What is the graduation rate at Southeast Community College Area?
Southeast Community College Area has a graduation rate of 37.8%. The 37.8% graduation rate is below average, but 70.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do Southeast Community College Area graduates earn?
The median earnings for Southeast Community College Area graduates is $43,405 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

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.