by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 2,259 undergraduates in 2020, Southwestern Community College is a small, public college located in Sylva, North Carolina. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Southwestern Community College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Southwestern Community College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Southwestern Community College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Southwestern Community College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. There is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information, check out our Southwestern Community College for Veterans Guide.
Southwestern Community College does not offer on-campus housing.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Southwestern Community College has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,259 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 643 (28.5%). Part-time attendance was 1,616 (71.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 643 | 1,616 | 2,259 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Southwestern Community College is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Southwestern Community College #2362 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Southwestern Community College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Southwestern Community College Diversity Guide.
We wanted to tell you about student athletes at Southwestern Community College, but that information was not available.
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Southwestern Community College Athletics
