Southwestern Community College (Sylva)

447 College Dr
Sylva, NC 28779
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Southwestern Community College (Sylva) Photo #1 - SCC Students
Southwestern Community College (Sylva) Photo #2 - Main (Jackson) Campus located in Sylva, NC
Southwestern Community College (Sylva) Photo #3 - Macon Campus located in Franklin, NC
  • Southwestern Community College is a learning and teaching institution offering high-quality, innovative instruction and support, which promotes student achievement, academic excellence and economic development.
School Highlights
  • Southwestern Community College (Sylva) serves 3,318 students
  • The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 19:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American), which is less than the state average of 38%.
  • Southwestern Community College (Sylva) is the only community colleges within Jackson County, NC.
  • The nearest community college to Southwestern Community College (Sylva) is Haywood Community College (19.9 miles away).

Top Placements

Southwestern Community College (Sylva) places among the top 20% of community colleges in North Carolina for:

School Overview

  • The teacher population of 144 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwestern Community College (Sylva)(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate of Arts CollegesBaccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution LevelLess than 2 yrsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty144 staff139 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of Southwestern Community College (Sylva) has grown by 31% over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
  • The Southwestern Community College (Sylva) diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has grown by 89% over five years.
Total Enrollment3,318 students2,380 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio23:119:1
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# Full-Time Students-1,019 students
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# Part-Time Students-1,361 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
8%
1%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
8%
6%
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% Black
2%
21%
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% White
78%
62%
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% Two or more races
3%
1%
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Diversity Score0.380.56
This chart display the diversity score of Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and the community college average diversity score of NC by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
College Completion Rate
29%
16%
This chart display completion rates for First-Time of Full-Time students of Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-Time students of NC by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$25,800$27,500
This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of NC by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Finances and Admission

  • The public in-state tuition of $2,576 is less than the state average of $3,911. The in-state tuition has grown by 32% over four years.
  • The public out-state tuition of $8,768 is less than the state average of $9,514. The out-state tuition has grown by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$2,576$3,911
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Out-State Tuition Fees$8,768$9,514
This chart display tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of NC by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
Tuition NotesTuition listed is for the fall and spring semester attending full-time.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid85%78%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in NC by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates$10,500$10,500
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in NC by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts$6,000$6,000
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Southwestern Community College (Sylva) and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in NC by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • We offer quality programs that fit with your educational and career goals at a fraction of the cost! Students at four-year public universities in North Carolina pay 2-6 times more in tuition and fees compared to students at Southwestern Community College.When it comes to Tuition and Fees, SCC is dedicated to providing an affordable education. Review our estimated Cost of Attendance to help determine your cost and view our tuition payment plans for flexible payment options.Our cost may be low but the value of an SCC education is high! 90% of our graduates stay, live, and work within our service area, and our transfer students have over a 95% success rate at 4-year institutions in the UNC system.
  • Key student resources include our Learning Assistance Center, Student Support Services, Disability Services, Library, and E-Learning department.All of our students have access to one-on-one academic advising and career counseling to prepare them for whatever is next!
  • Through an agreement with the University of North Carolina system, SCC students can earn up to 61 hours worth of credit that will transfer to any public university and many private colleges in the state. Completion of the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, or Associate in Science degree program ensures students` transfer with junior status into most majors.Our University Transfer Advising Center (UTAC) provides advising services for Arts and Sciences students planning to transfer to a university or 4-year college.Many SCC programs have also established transfer articulation agreements with other colleges and universities opening doors of opportunity for graduates to pursue a bachelor`s degree. These agreements are designed to identify the maximum number of transferable credits that can be completed at SCC, as well as the courses remaining upon transfer.

Nearby Schools

  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Haywood Community College
    Public
    2,069 students | 19.90 Mi185 Freedlander Drive
    Clyde,  NC  28721
    (828) 627-2821     19.902,069
  • Brevard College
    Private, non-profit
    705 students | 28.10 MiOne Brevard College Drive
    Brevard,  NC  28712
    (828) 883-8292     28.10705
  • Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
    Public
    7,507 students | 39.60 Mi340 Victoria Rd
    Asheville,  NC  28801
    (828) 254-1921     39.607,507
  • South College - Asheville Campus
    South College - Asheville Campus Photo
    Private, for profit
    303 students | 41.20 Mi140 Sweeten Creek Road
    Asheville,  NC  28803
    (828) 398-2500     41.20303
  • Blue Ridge Community College (Flat Rock)
    Public
    2,088 students | 44.00 Mi180 West Campus Drive
    Flat Rock,  NC  28731
    (828) 694-1700     44.002,088
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Quick Stats (2020-21)
  • Students: 3,318 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,576
  • Out-state tuition: $8,768
  • Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
  • Minority enrollment: 22%
Did You Know?
For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,911 per year for in-state students and $9,514 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,515 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in North Carolina is 69%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

North Carolina community colleges have a diversity score of 0.56, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in North Carolina is Fayetteville Technical Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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