Southwestern Community College (SWCC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Creston, IA. It is classified as suburban-serving multi-campus Associate's college by Carnegie Classification

The SWCC's 2024 tuition & fees is $6,510 for Iowa residents and $6,720 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 39% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,045.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 1,581 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

Southwestern Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Southwestern Community College is $6,510 for in-state students and $6,720 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,695 for Iowa residents and $6,905 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$6,510$6,720
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$6,695$6,905

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Graduation Rate »52%
Transfer-out Rate13%
Retention Rate66%(full-time), 50% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »1,581 (all undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$6,045

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Southwestern Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at SWCC
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationNo
Study AbroadNo
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersNo
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Southwestern Community College Directory Information

Address1501 West Townline Street, Creston, IA 50801
Phone641-782-7081
WEBSchool's Website
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School Type2-4 year, public
Carnegie CategoryAssociate's - Public Suburban-serving Multicampus
Highest Degree OfferedAssociate's degree

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