Southwestern Community College
About Southwestern Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southwestern Community College teaches in Creston, in the rolling farm country of southwestern Iowa, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and electrical power transmission are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Creston, Iowa
Students
729
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
59.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,064
Out-of-state: $8,316
Avg Net Price
$9,871
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,129
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
Average
59.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.3%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
42.1%
$/Student
$9.9K
Class Size
Medium
59.3% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,064
In-State
$8,316
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,910
Books & Supplies
$1,386
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,951
After Financial Aid
$9,871
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,137
Receive Grants
23.8%
Take Loans
21.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,951/yr, including $8,910 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,871.
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 Southwestern Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.8%
Get Grants
Free money
21.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,342
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,975
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,975, 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 Southwestern Community College.
Gender
62.8%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
729
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
14.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 38.6% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
729
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southwestern Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 144 student athletes, about 20% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
144
20% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
95
Men
49
Women
5
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 Southwestern Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,129
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
113 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
22 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
14 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
14 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
11 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $40K 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.