Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between Comparison between Southwestern Community College and similar schools. By school type, all 6 Comparison between Southwestern Community College and similar schools are public. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Area Community College | Ankeny, IA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Ellsworth Community College | Iowa Falls, IA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Iowa Lakes Community College | Estherville, IA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Iowa Western Community College | Council Bluffs, IA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| North Iowa Area Community College | Mason City, IA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Southwestern Community College | Creston, IA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of Comparison between Southwestern Community College and similar schools is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Area Community College | $5,550 / $11,100 | - | 33% | 19:1 | 21,637 |
| Ellsworth Community College | $5,304 / $6,312 | - | 29% | 15:1 | 718 |
| Iowa Lakes Community College | $7,196 / $7,644 | - | 37% | 14:1 | 1,960 |
| Iowa Western Community College | $6,780 / $6,930 | - | 36% | 19:1 | 5,342 |
| North Iowa Area Community College | $6,436 / $9,245 | - | 54% | 21:1 | 2,479 |
| Southwestern Community College | $7,024 / $7,248 | - | 52% | 17:1 | 1,581 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |