Southwestern Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: SWCC

Creston, IA
(641) 782-7081
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What Are the Key Stats for Southwestern Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$8,064

Total Enrollment

1,566

Graduation Rate

59.3%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

555

Last reported year

How Southwestern Community College Compares

Southwestern Community College's 1,566-student body and $8,064 in-state tuition (68% retention) sit comfortably in the typical trade-college range. This kind of mid-tier scale usually translates to a balance between program variety and reasonable class sizes โ€” neither too small to limit options nor too large to feel impersonal.

Where is Southwestern Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Southwestern Community College

93 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101
54 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3901
38 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 46.0201
35 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3902
33 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3801

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Southwestern Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the Certified Nurse Aide program at Southwestern Community College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 16% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $3,759 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Certified Nurse Aide16%85%85%$3,759
Business Administration BS21%73%68%$7,426
Practical Nursing61%88%86%$5,641
Associate Degree Nursing83%98%96%$16,864
Electrical Technology85%69%88%$9,392

All 18 verified program outcomes for Southwestern Community College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Southwestern Community College

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Enrollment

Southwestern Community College enrolls 1,566 students. The student body is 59.8% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 68% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Southwestern Community College maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 68% 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 Community College employs 40 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 100% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Southwestern Community College offers programs in 15 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Carpentry/Carpenter. In 2025, the college awarded 555 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Southwestern Community College is $8,064 for in-state students and $8,316 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $9,410. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Southwestern Community College achieves a 39.7% 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 40.4% 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
1501 West Townline Street
Creston, IA, 50801
Administrator
Lindsay Stoaks
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $8,064
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,316
Average Net Price $9,410

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00185700
EIN: 420927778
IPEDS ID: 154396
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