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Southeast Community College Area

Lincoln, NE·Public·www.southeast.edu/

Campus Identity

Southeast Community College Area is a public community college in Lincoln, NE. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southeast Community College Area is a public community college in Lincoln, NE. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,690
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$9,171
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$9,448
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Graduation Rate

Campus Lifestyle

Southeast Community College Area is a 10,000–19,999, urban school. The campus is 53 miles from Mt. Crescent Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

53 miles

Mt. Crescent Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Southeast Community College Area students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Crescent Ski Area, 53 miles away with 2 lifts and 50 skiable acres. All are within 161 miles of campus.

53 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts
127 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
161 mi away
35 skiable acres4 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lincoln, NE

Lincoln has a cool climate, with winters averaging 24°F in Jan and summers peaking around 76°F in Jul.

24°Jan29°Feb41°Mar51°Apr62°May72°Jun76°Jul74°Aug66°Sep53°Oct39°Nov28°Dec

Station: LINCOLN 8 ENE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Southeast Community College Area in NE earns a composite safety score of 85/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

85/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety949649
94/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
96/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
49/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$3,690$4,320
Fees
$288$288
Room & Board
$9,448$9,448
Total
$13,426$14,056
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$9,171avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

66 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
124 grads/yr$47,304
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
92 grads/yr$49,838
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
86 grads/yr$62,411
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
82 grads/yr$46,317
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
71 grads/yr$63,090

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians
Associate's11 grads$114,693
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's39 grads$79,175
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians
Associate's6 grads$74,993
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's2 grads$72,418
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Associate's23 grads$65,462
Precision Metal Working
Associate's50 grads$63,811
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's71 grads$63,090
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's64 grads$62,546
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's86 grads$62,411
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's7 grads$55,951

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Southeast Community College Area located?

Southeast Community College Area is located in Lincoln, NE. The main campus address is 8800 O Street, Lincoln, NE. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southeast Community College Area?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Southeast Community College Area charges $3,690/year for in-state students and $4,320/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($9,448/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $3,240/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,171/year — what students actually pay. Use Southeast Community College Area's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southeast Community College Area the right fit for me?

Whether Southeast Community College Area is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($9,171/year after aid), campus culture in Lincoln, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southeast Community College Area against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Southeast Community College Area directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Lincoln, NE
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 44°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
85/100
Nearest Airport
Lincoln, NE (LNK) · 9 mialso OFF (42 mi), OMA (50 mi)

Location

Lincoln, NE

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.