Southwestern Michigan College
Southwestern Michigan College is a public 2-year institution in Dowagiac, MI. It enrolls about 1,953 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Dowagiac, MI 49047 |
| County | Cass County |
| Enrollment | 1,953 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $7,510 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $8,006 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 60% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $7,901 |
| Campus setting | Rural: Fringe |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Associate's degree |
| Website | www.swmich.edu/ |
| Phone | 2697821000 |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
In-state students pay about $7,510 in tuition and required fees; out-of-state students pay $8,006. These are 2023-24 sticker prices for full-time first-year students and exclude housing, food and books. Most students pay less than the sticker price after institutional grants and scholarships.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $7,901 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $5,185 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $5,742 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $8,156 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $14,599 |
| Over $110,000 | $11,834 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
Southwestern Michigan College is in Dowagiac, MI, Cass County. Its coordinates are 41.9651, -86.0827.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southwestern Michigan College?
Southwestern Michigan College does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does Southwestern Michigan College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $7,510 for in-state students and $8,006 for out-of-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Southwestern Michigan College?
About 1,953 students are enrolled.