Southwestern Community College Iowa

Public two-year college in rural Iowa serving 1,633 students with low tuition and transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
1501 West Townline Street
Creston, IA
50801
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.swcciowa.edu/
Setting:
Town
Annual In-State Tuition:
$7,596
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$7,848
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$16,506
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$16,758
Room and Board:
$8,910
Total Student Enrollment:
1,633
Endowment (End of Year):
$27,139,075
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Southwestern Community College is a public two-year institution in Creston, Iowa, serving students in a town setting. The college focuses on liberal arts and sciences education and functions as a primary access point for students pursuing associate degrees or preparing to transfer to four-year universities.

In-state tuition is $7,596 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $7,848. Total cost of attendance, including room and board, runs $16,506 for in-state students and $16,758 for out-of-state students. The college enrolls 1,633 students and maintains a modest endowment of approximately $27.1 million.

This college works best for students seeking affordable, accessible entry to higher education or a clear pathway to a bachelor's degree. Community colleges typically have open admissions and strong transfer agreements with four-year institutions. For specific information about program offerings, graduation outcomes, and transfer partnerships, visit www.swcciowa.edu/.

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