SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE (SSC)
- 15800 South State Street
- South Holland, IL 60473
- OPEID College Code: 00176900
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- General Phone: (708) 596-2000
- President: George Dammer
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 7,279
- College Alias: SSC, Thornton Junior College
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South Suburban College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Website
- www.ssc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
South Suburban College Campus Map
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 59%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 57% | 45% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $2,025 | $813 | - |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,112 | $3,112 | $3,112 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $8,452 | $8,452 | $8,452 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $10,102 | $10,102 | $10,102 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,400 | $4,600 | $4,400 |
| Other Expenses | $1,200 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,300 | $1,000 | $4,100 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,312 | $4,112 | $4,112 |
| In-State | $9,652 | $9,452 | $9,452 |
| Out of State | $11,302 | $11,102 | $11,102 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,912 | $9,712 | $9,512 |
| In-State | $15,252 | $15,052 | $14,852 |
| Out of State | $16,902 | $16,702 | $16,502 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,612 | $8,412 | $8,212 |
| In-State | $13,952 | $13,752 | $13,552 |
| Out of State | $15,602 | $15,402 | $15,202 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,279 Undergraduate: 7,279
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,137 Female: 5,142
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,137 Female: 5,142
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,553 Part-Time: 4,726
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,553 Part-Time: 4,726
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 12 | 0.2% |
| American Indian | 27 | 0.4% |
| Black | 5,023 | 69% |
| Asian | 79 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 619 | 9% |
| White | 1,519 | 21% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 170 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,282 | 18% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,101 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 888 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,031 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 737 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 574 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 878 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 496 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 92 | 1% |
| Age Unknown | 30 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 566 | 328 | 238 |
| Faculty Status | 342 | 110 | 232 |
| Tenured Faculty | 89 | 89 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 342 | 110 | 232 |
| Primarily Instruction | 342 | 110 | 232 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 45 | 45 | - |
| Other Professionals | 66 | 64 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 113 | 109 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 81 | 78 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 32 | 31 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $68,363 (110) | $72,262 (48) | $65,344 (62) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $68,363 (110) | $72,262 (48) | $65,344 (62) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $245,582 | $130,362 | $115,220 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 53% | 47% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Baseball | 26 | 26 | - |
| Basketball | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Soccer | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $8,833 | $6,175 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,900 | $3,000 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 58%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 34%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 13% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 10% |
| Female | 15% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Black | 10% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| White | 19% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 3 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 2 |
South Suburban College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For South Suburban College
- Reviewed on: December 03, 2009
Flag Review - Rating:
- The worst community college in Illinois.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
