SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE
- 58900 Cherry Grove Rd
- Dowagiac, MI 49047
- OPEID College Code: 00231700
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- General Phone: (269) 782-1000
- President: David M Mathews
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 2,970
- College Alias: SMC
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Southwestern Michigan College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- www.swmich.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of Southwestern Michigan College is to be the college of first choice for students who have a choice, the college that provides the programs and services to meet the needs of students with limited choices, and the college that serves our community.
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 Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
Southwestern Michigan College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.swmich.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- 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
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 2% | 48% | 22% | 39% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,000 | $3,347 | $1,046 | $1,948 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.0% | 2.9% | 7.1% |
| Number in Default | 1 | - | 1 |
| Number in Repayment | 6 | 3 | 13 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,573 | $3,271 | $3,077 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,332 | $3,976 | $3,743 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,627 | $4,239 | $3,991 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,160 | - | - |
| Other Expenses | $1,755 | - | - |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,160 | $5,234 | $5,018 |
| Other Expenses | $1,755 | $2,595 | $3,240 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,755 | $2,595 | $3,240 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,688 | $4,471 | $4,077 |
| In-State | $14,447 | $5,176 | $4,743 |
| Out of State | $14,742 | $5,439 | $4,991 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,688 | $12,300 | $12,335 |
| In-State | $14,447 | $13,005 | $13,001 |
| Out of State | $14,742 | $13,268 | $13,249 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,528 | $7,066 | $7,317 |
| In-State | $7,287 | $7,771 | $7,983 |
| Out of State | $7,582 | $8,034 | $8,231 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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: 2,970 Undergraduate: 2,970
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,137 Female: 1,833
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,137 Female: 1,833
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,458 Part-Time: 1,512
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,458 Part-Time: 1,512
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 52 | 2% |
| American Indian | 31 | 1% |
| Black | 219 | 7% |
| Asian | 22 | 0.7% |
| Hispanic | 83 | 3% |
| White | 2,368 | 80% |
| Unknown | 195 | 7% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 165 | 6% |
| Ages 18-19 | 797 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 448 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 319 | 11% |
| Ages 25-29 | 314 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 205 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 224 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 281 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 178 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 26 | 0.9% |
| Age Unknown | 13 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Faculty Status | 246 | 119 | 127 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 155 | 54 | 101 |
| Primarily Instruction | 155 | 54 | 101 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 26 | 25 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 8 | 7 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,800 (54) | $52,635 (31) | $53,022 (23) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,800 (54) | $52,635 (31) | $53,022 (23) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 62%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 30%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 15% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 13% |
| Female | 16% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 50% |
| Hispanic | 17% |
| White | 17% |
| Unknown | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009