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Southwestern Michigan College, also known as SMC, is located near Dowagiac, Michigan, United States. It was established on November 19, 1964. The first classes were held in September 1966, with 525 students and 15 full-time and 20 part-time faculties. The college campus encompasses more than 230 acres of land. It also offers numerous scholarship programs such as the Talent Awards Scholarships, Awards of Distinction Scholarships, Bookstore Scholarship, and many more. SMC offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study and is made up of the following academic units:
- Business Division
- Communications Division
- Developmental Studies Division
- Fine and Performing Arts Division
- Mathematics/ Sciences Division
- Social Sciences/Humanities Division
- School of Nursing and Human Services
- Wellness and Sports Education Division
SMC has many student clubs including the Business Professionals of America, Alpha Kappa Omega, International Student Club, Dionysis Drama Club, Library Club, Green Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Synergy Dance Club, Music Club, and Intramural Sports Organization.
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Campus Location58900 Cherry Grove Rd
Dowagiac, MI 49047-9793
USA
Main Tel: (269) 782-1000
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Southwestern Michigan College HighlightsWhere Southwestern Michigan College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts, computer science and engineering, media, and engineering technician.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 251 | 17 | | 1-2 year certificate | 27 | 8 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Southwestern Michigan College was 2,494 in 2007 (1,528 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 99% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,623 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,863 | | Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid: Southwestern Michigan College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 50 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (9 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (17 awarded) - Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (8 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (19 awarded) - Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS (138 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (5 awarded) - Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA (8 awarded) - Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (2 awarded) - Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (7 awarded) - Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (55 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (5 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES (5 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
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