- Seminole State College is maintained as a two-year public college authorized by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to offer courses, provide programs, and confer associate degrees. Seminole State has the primary responsibility of providing post-secondary educational programs to residents of Hughes, Lincoln, Okfuskee, Seminole, and Pottawatomie counties in east central Oklahoma. The College exists to enhance the capabilities of individuals to achieve their goals for personal development by providing quality learning experiences and services that respond to diverse individual and community needs in a changing global society. Seminole State College prepares students to continue their education beyond the two-year level, trains students for careers and other educational opportunities, and makes available resources and services designed to benefit students and the community at large.
School Highlights
Seminole State College serves 1,488 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is same as the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American), which is less than the state average of 51%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,488 students
- In-state tuition: $2,415
- Out-state tuition: $5,580
- Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Seminole State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 64% over five years.
Seminole State College
(OK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1971
Total Faculty
54 staff
56 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowers people for academic success, personal development, and lifelong learning.
Student Body
The student population of Seminole State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Seminole State College diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,488 students
1,520 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
28:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
696 students
493 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
792 students
1,027 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,488 students
1,223 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
696 students
489 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
792 students
1,012 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
230 students
300 students
Showing 2011–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian/Alaskan
26%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
4%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
57%
49%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
10%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.71
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$33,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,415 is less than the state average of $3,475. The in-state tuition has declined by 53% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,580 is less than the state average of $7,963. The out-state tuition has declined by 51% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,415
$3,475
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,580
$7,963
Tuition Notes
based on 15 credit hours per semester
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
90%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,750
$11,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,763
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
GolfSoccer
SoftballVolleyball
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Seminole State College, established in 1931 as Seminole Junior College, is located in the east central portion of the state in Seminole, Oklahoma, a designated All-American City with a population of approximately 7,500. In 2002, Seminole State College opended the doors of the Enoch Kelly Haney Center -a new facility to house the SSC business and industry training program and the College's outstanding nursing division. The 43,000 square foot facility is designed to meet the instructional needs of specific businesses and industries in the areas of management, sales, computer operations, technical service, industrial skills development, and other specialized training as requested. Students at Seminole State College can earn an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science degrees. With the Associate of Arts and Science degrees, students can take electives in everything from Art to Pre-engineering and transfer to a four-year institution or enter the work force. With the Applied Science degree, students can concentrate their studies in accounting, computer science, medical laboratory technology, business administration, nursing and office management. In addition to offering classes on the SSC campus, the college offers courses in Wewoka and Shawnee. With the outreach classes, students have the opportunity to take college credit courses in a location near them. Seminole State College is fully accredited by National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, the National League for Nursing, the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges, the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Seminole State College cost?
Seminole State College's tuition is approximately $2,415 for In-State students and $5,580 for Out-State students.
What sports does Seminole State College offer?
Seminole State College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Seminole State College's ranking?
Seminole State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oklahoma for: Least expensive tuition.
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