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Southwest College for the Deaf

Big Spring, TX·Public·https://howardcollege.edu/swcd/

Campus Identity

Southwest College for the Deaf is a public community college in Big Spring, TX. Lake J B Thomas is about 29 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 47/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southwest College for the Deaf is a public community college in Big Spring, TX. Lake J B Thomas is about 29 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 47/100 (Less 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)
$2,766
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$2,458
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$6,383
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

Southwest College for the Deaf is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 359 miles from Angel Fire Resort.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Ski Access

359 miles

Angel Fire Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

59°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Southwest College for the Deaf students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Angel Fire Resort, 359 miles away with 7 lifts and 560 skiable acres. All are within 381 miles of campus.

359 mi away
560 skiable acres7 lifts
Taos Ski Valley

New Mexico

376 mi away
1,294 skiable acres13 lifts
381 mi away
209 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearby Lake

Lake J B Thomas is 29 miles from campus, giving Southwest College for the Deaf students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Lake J B Thomas

Lake access within 29.4 miles

29 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Big Spring, TX

Big Spring has a mild climate, with winters averaging 45°F in Jan and summers peaking around 84°F in Jul.

45°Jan49°Feb57°Mar65°Apr73°May81°Jun84°Jul83°Aug76°Sep66°Oct54°Nov46°Dec

Station: BIG SPRING · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Southwest College for the Deaf in TX earns a composite safety score of 47/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.

47/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety2210031
22/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
31/100
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
$2,766$14,746
Fees
$260$260
Room & Board
$6,383$6,383
Total
$9,409$21,389
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$2,458avg net price / year

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

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Fields of Study

20 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
4 grads/yr$50,103
Industrial Production Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
3 grads/yr
American Sign LanguageAssociate's
3 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, GeneralCertificate
2 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
2 grads/yr$45,139

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's4 grads$50,103
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's2 grads$45,139
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's grads$45,025
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Certificate3 grads
American Sign Language
Associate's3 grads
Business/Commerce, General
Certificate2 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's1 grads
Graphic Communications
Certificate grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate grads
Computer Programming
Associate's grads

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 Southwest College for the Deaf located?

Southwest College for the Deaf is located in Big Spring, TX. The main campus address is 3200 Ave C, Big Spring, TX. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southwest College for the Deaf?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Southwest College for the Deaf charges $2,766/year for in-state students and $14,746/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,383/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $14,000/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $2,458/year — what students actually pay. Use Southwest College for the Deaf's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southwest College for the Deaf the right fit for me?

Whether Southwest College for the Deaf is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($2,458/year after aid), campus culture in Big Spring, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southwest College for the Deaf against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Big Spring, TX
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 59°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
47/100
Nearest Airport
Midland, TX (MAF) · 45 mialso SJT (84 mi), DYS (97 mi)

Location

Big Spring, TX

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.