- Southeast Community College values the opportunity to provide quality career/technical and academic educational opportunities for the students, businesses and communities of our district.
School Highlights
Southeast Community College Area serves 10,816 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is lower than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 10,816 students
- In-state tuition: $2,689
- Out-state tuition: $3,296
- Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 28%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southeast Community College Area ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 476 teachers has declined by 43% over five years.
Southeast Community College Area
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1973
Total Faculty
476 staff
16 staff
AccreditationAccred.
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Student Body
The student population of Southeast Community College Area has grown by 15% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Southeast Community College Area diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 51% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,816 students
607 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
3,513 students
125 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
7,303 students
482 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
10,816 students
186 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,513 students
122 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,303 students
708 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
725 students
446 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
6%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
72%
63%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.57
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
51%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,700
$31,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,689 is less than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,296 is less than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,689
$4,615
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,296
$5,803
Tuition Notes
$105 per credit hour for Nebraska residents; $126 for out-of-state
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
87%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,009
$11,004
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,161
$5,330
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Southeast Community College has three main campuses located in Beatrice, Lincoln and Milford. In addition, SCC educational centers are located in many communities within the 15-county SCC service area of southeast Nebraska. SCC-Lincoln is located in the state capital of Nebraska enrolling more than 7000 full and part time students in career/technical and Academic Transfer programs, as well as Nebraska Law Enforcement. Career/technical program areas include Business, Laboratory Science Technology, Construction, Electronic/Computer, Family & Consumer Science, Health, Manufacturing, Mass Media/Communication, and Transportation. An outstanding Continuing Education program provides technical, occupational and leisure classes to regional residents and businesses. At the SCC-Lincoln Campus, Continuing Education offers classrooms and labs for technical training for individuals and Workforce Development for employers. This training is customized to fit the needs of each business and is offered at convenient times and places for business employees. Many types of technical training, employee relations and other workshops and seminars are available. The Continuing Education Center is dedicated to professional development for business and industry. It features classrooms, computer labs, meeting rooms and an auditorium, and is designed for conferences, retreats, workshops, and seminars. Activities are an important part of your college experience. Explore new areas, learn leadership skills, and participate in a variety of activities. Southeast Community College offers many different choices from athletics to recreational activities to student organizations to intramurals. We strive to provide social, educational, recreational, and educational opportunities at SCC.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southeast Community College Area cost?
Southeast Community College Area's tuition is approximately $2,689 for In-State students and $3,296 for Out-State students.
What is Southeast Community College Area's ranking?
Southeast Community College Area ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nebraska for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
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