- At Southeastern Community College (SCC), we're on to something. For some it might be starting on the road to a four-year degree. For others it's learning the specialized skills to enter into a rewarding career. Still others take advantage of SCC's resources to make the Great River Region of Southeast Iowa a better place through economic development, job skills training, and more. Thousands of successful alumni can attest to the positive impact this community college has had on their lives. SCC has a tradition of excellence in providing close-to-home, affordable, relevant education.
School Highlights
Southeastern Community College serves 3,810 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 32%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,810 students
- In-state tuition: $4,590
- Out-state tuition: $4,740
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Southeastern Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 267 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southeastern Community College
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
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
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
267 staff
274 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southeastern Community College has grown by 53% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Southeastern Community College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,810 students
2,140 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
1,251 students
148 students

# Part-Time Students
2,559 students
1,992 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
381 students
333 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,251 students
148 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,559 students
2,075 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
249 students
400 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a

% Asian
2%
3%

% Hispanic
6%
9%

% Black
5%
7%

% White
57%
68%

% Hawaiian
n/a
1%

% Two or more races
3%
3%

% Non Resident races
3%
1%

% Unknown races
22%
8%


Diversity Score
0.62
0.52

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3889%
0.5143%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2578%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,100
$33,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,590 is more than the state average of $4,331. The in-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,740 is less than the state average of $4,920. The out-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,590
$4,331

Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,740
$4,920

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
93%

Median Debt for Graduates
$11,800
$11,250

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
72%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Southeastern Community College envisions itself as a dynamic leader in lifelong learning, an innovator of responsive programs and services, and a promoter of professional, personal, social, and economic development. SCC is the community college for the citizens of Des Moines, Henry, Jefferson, Lee, Louisa, Van Buren and Washington counties in Iowa, with campuses in West Burlington and Keokuk, and centers in Fort Madison and Mount Pleasant. SCC's geographic territory encompasses 1,623 square miles and has a population of 106,242. The college's role as a regional leader in education means that it also serves populations in the neighboring states of Illinois and Missouri. The goal of Southeastern Community College is to be a model of excellence among community colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southeastern Community College cost?
Southeastern Community College's tuition is approximately $4,590 for In-State students and $4,740 for Out-State students.
What is Southeastern Community College's ranking?
Southeastern Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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