Southeastern Community College
About Southeastern Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southeastern Community College teaches in West Burlington, on the Mississippi in southeastern Iowa, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and teacher education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
West Burlington, Iowa
Students
1,699
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,420
Out-of-state: $6,570
Avg Net Price
$12,347
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,882
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
Below Average
43.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.1%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 43.5% 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
$6,420
In-State
$6,570
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,324
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,371
After Financial Aid
$12,347
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,012
Receive Grants
28.1%
Take Loans
20.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,371/yr, including $10,324 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,347.
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 Southeastern Community College fund their education.
While in School
28.1%
Get Grants
Free money
20.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,207
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Southeastern Community College.
Gender
62.6%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,699
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
19.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 43.7% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,699
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southeastern Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 262 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
262
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
171
Men
91
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southeastern Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,882
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
248 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
33 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
20 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
12 grads
Psychology, General
—
9 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.