Public

Southwestern Community College

447 College Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
$7,704
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $2,392

At a Glance

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$2,392
In-State Tuition
+$209 fees
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$7,704
Out-of-State Tuition
+$209 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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Cataloochee Ski Area

North Carolina

16 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts
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18 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
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31 mi away
4 lifts

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Sylva, NC

37Β°Jan41Β°Feb47Β°Mar56Β°Apr64Β°May71Β°Jun74Β°Jul73Β°Aug68Β°Sep57Β°Oct46Β°Nov40Β°Dec

Station: CULLOWHEE Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$2,392$7,704
Fees$209$209
Total Estimated Cost$2,601$7,913

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

58 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
151 grads/yr$35,833
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
79 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
52 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAssociate's
37 grads/yr$38,500
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
36 grads/yr$32,357

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's22 grads$55,802
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's31 grads$45,006
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's37 grads$38,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's151 grads$35,833
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's36 grads$32,357
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's12 grads$29,724
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate21 grads$28,079
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate11 grads$17,717
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate79 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate52 grads

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Southwestern Community College located?

Southwestern Community College is located in Sylva, NC. The main campus address is 447 College Drive, Sylva, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southwestern Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Southwestern Community College charges $2,392/year for in-state students and $7,704/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,913/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Southwestern Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southwestern Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Southwestern Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,704/year out-of-state), campus culture in Sylva, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southwestern Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Southwestern Community College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Sylva, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 51°F avg

Location

Sylva, NC

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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. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.