Southwestern College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: Southwestern Community College District

Chula Vista, CA
(619) 421-6700
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โœ“ GI Bill approved ยท 1,288 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Southwestern College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$1,344

Total Enrollment

20,986

Graduation Rate

35.5%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

3,781

Last reported year

How Southwestern College Compares

20,986 students puts Southwestern College among the larger trade and vocational schools โ€” most peer institutions enroll under 1,000. Together, tuition of $1,344, a 36% graduation rate and $15,148 average net price after aid give a baseline read on cost and outcomes โ€” useful when stacking Southwestern College against competitors of similar scale. Retention runs at 70%, a useful indicator of how well the school keeps students engaged year over year.

Where is Southwestern College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Southwestern College

533 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101
319 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 52.0201
224 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 42.0101
194 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 30.0101
179 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101

Explore Southwestern College

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Enrollment

Southwestern College enrolls 20,986 students. The student body is 52.6% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 70% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Southwestern College maintains a 26:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing favorable opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 70% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Southwestern College employs 260 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 26:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides good opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 1.2% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Southwestern College offers programs in 31 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Psychology, General. In 2025, the college awarded 3,781 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Southwestern College is $1,344 for in-state students and $10,640 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $15,148. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Southwestern College achieves a 29.8% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 26.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
900 Otay Lakes Rd.
Chula Vista, CA, 91910-7297
Administrator
Dr. Mark Sanchez
Superintendent/President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,344
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $10,640
Average Net Price $15,148

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00129400
EIN: 956006659
IPEDS ID: 123800
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