- Established in 1961, Southwestern College is one of 112 public community colleges in the state of California and the only institute of higher education located in the southern portion of San Diego County. Serving approximately 20,000 students every semester, Southwestern College offers more than 300 associate degree and certificate options. A host of noncredit courses designed to enhance personal and professional development are also offered through the College's Continuing Education department. Southwestern College has continuously received accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Whether pursuing an A.A. degree, preparing to transfer to a four-year college or university, or acquiring new occupational skills, students attending Southwestern College are given every opportunity to meet their educational goals.
School Highlights
Lincoln College of Technology-Tri-County served 243 students (82% of students were full-time).
Minority enrollment was 48% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 38%.
School Overview
Lincoln College of Technology-Tri-County
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Item not available
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
28 staff
24 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
243 students
565 students
# Full-Time Students
199 students
342 students
# Part-Time Students
44 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
287 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
243 students
342 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
44 students
356 students
% Hispanic
2%
6%
% Black
37%
16%
% White
52%
62%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Unknown races
7%
8%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$17,900
$31,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,418
$19,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,097
$6,280
Source: 2013 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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