Southwestern Michigan College
- 2 Year
- DOWAGIAC, MI
Community College
Southwestern Michigan College
- grade B minusOverall Grade
- 2 Year
- DOWAGIAC, MI
- Rating 3.93 out of 5 408 reviews
Report Card
- Professorsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade B minus
- Diversitygrade B+
- Safetygrade A
- Student Lifegrade B
- Locationgrade C
About
Athletic Division
NJCAA Division II
Athletic Conference
No data available
From Southwestern Michigan College
Southwestern Michigan College is a small school with big opportunities.
We offer degrees that can get students started on nearly any field of study for a fraction of the cost of four-year universities, and credits easily transfer to 4-year colleges.
Our 240-acre campus is safe, beautiful, and always busy with activity. Students can participate in NJCAA athletics, intramural sports, clubs, and many other campus events year-round.
Students who live on campus enjoy their own private bedrooms in apartment-style suites.
Visit swmich.edu to learn more.
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Southwestern Michigan College Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100%
SAT Range
No data available
ACT Range
No data available
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
No data available
High School GPA
No data available
Accepts Common App
No data available
Cost
Net Price
$9,153 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$5,429 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
88%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
88%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 42 responses76%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 41 responses73%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 41 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Liberal Arts and Humanities81 Graduates
- Nursing37 Graduates
- Business18 Graduates
- Accounting Technician and Bookkeeping12 Graduates
- Carpentry11 Graduates
- Welding11 Graduates
- Arts9 Graduates
- Automotive Mechanics9 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies9 Graduates
- Graphic Design9 Graduates
Nursing Degrees at Southwestern Michigan College
The nursing program at SMC is regarded as one of the best in the region, with national accreditation (ACEN), the highest standards for admission, a 100% job placement rate, and a state-of-the-art hands-on teaching-learning facility. With low tuition and financial aid, SMC's nursing program is the place to start your high-wage, high-demand nursing career for less.
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
791 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,016
Undergrads Over 25
24%
Pell Grant
54%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Day Care Services
No
58%
of students highly rate the athletics/recreation facilities. 43 responses42%
of students highly rate the dining facilities. 43 responses61%
of students highly rate the performing arts facilities. 23 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$28,000 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
36%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
85%
National
83%no data--
We don't have enough responses to know if students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.Take our surveySouthwestern Michigan College Reviews
Rating 3.93 out of 5 408 reviews
Southwestern Michigan College is very welcoming to all of its students. Teachers and staff are always willing to help or answer questions from students. In addition, this college will open us (students) up to new opportunities and adventures. Southwestern Michigan College includes benefits such as scholarships, internships, and much more.
Southwestern Michigan College is very good especially when it comes to the guidance curriculum and overall administration. They know what they are talking about and are willing to go the extra mile to help you out. The professors here are great from at least what I’ve heard and the professors that I’ve had last year and this year as well. Not only is it the administration but the students here make it will worth it as well! Overall, SMC is great community college to go to and get started with your college education!
When I first started attending Southwestern Michigan College, I was so nervous at first, because I was worried that college would be just like high school. However, that nervousness that I had initially felt gradually dissolved. I like how my colleagues and instructors are so kind and patient with one another, helping each other when another is struggling. I also love how tight-knit the SMC community is, where it seems like everyone has each other's backs, and I think that is beautiful. I would like to see more community events for the Niles campus, allowing all students to have more wonderful opportunities. I would rate Southwestern Michigan College 10/10, with extra points if possible. :)