Southwestern Michigan College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: SMC

Dowagiac, MI
(269) 782-1000
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✓ GI Bill approved · 30 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Southwestern Michigan College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$7,867

Total Enrollment

2,000

Graduation Rate

37.7%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

322

Last reported year

How Southwestern Michigan College Compares

2,000 students places Southwestern Michigan College squarely in the typical trade-college range. $7,867 tuition and $6,684 net price after aid Graduation runs at 38% and retention at 57%. Use these as a baseline against peer institutions — the school sits in normal trade-college territory across most dimensions.

Where is Southwestern Michigan College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Southwestern Michigan College

ASSOCIATE
55 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0102
38 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0101
29 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3801
28 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 48.0508
15 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0201

Verified Program Outcomes

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

In the Nursing (RN) program at Southwestern Michigan College, 30% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $17,123 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Nursing (RN)100%30%35%$17,123
Criminal Justice - AAS45%53%66%$3,809
Business - AAS40%43%50%$4,943
Automotive Technology - AAS48%64%59%$10,408
Elementary Education - AA40%21%50%$3,044

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

Explore Southwestern Michigan College

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Enrollment

Southwestern Michigan College enrolls 2,000 students. The student body is 61.4% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 57% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Southwestern Michigan College maintains a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 57% 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 Michigan College employs 45 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 11.1% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Southwestern Michigan College offers programs in 18 different fields of study. The most popular programs include General Studies, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In 2025, the college awarded 322 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Southwestern Michigan College is $7,867 for in-state students and $8,394 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $6,684 (average savings of $1,183). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Southwestern Michigan College achieves a 30.5% 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 33.8% 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
58900 Cherry Grove Rd
Dowagiac, MI, 49047-9793
Administrator
Brent Brewer
Interim President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $7,867
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,394
Average Net Price $6,684

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00231700
EIN: 381786120
IPEDS ID: 172307
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