Southwestern College

2 Year
Chula Vista, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

20,986

Location Chula Vista, California
Website swccd.edu
Type Public 2 Year
Setting Large Suburban

Size Large
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad

Southwestern College is a public community college located in Chula Vista, California, positioned approximately 12 miles south of downtown San Diego and 8 miles north of the U.S.-Mexico border. The main campus spans 156 acres and features a mix of modern and traditional buildings, including recently constructed wellness and performing arts centers. Founded in 1961, Southwestern serves as the primary higher education institution in southern San Diego County, operating additional centers in National City, San Ysidro, and Otay Mesa. The college offers more than 300 associate degree and certificate programs, with notable strengths in nursing, dental hygiene, automotive technology, and criminal justice. While primarily a commuter campus, Southwestern maintains comprehensive student services and hosts intercollegiate athletic programs competing in the Pacific Coast Athletic Conference.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,344

Out of State Resident Tuition

$10,640

Breakdown

Tuition $1,344
Books and Supplies $1,210
Other Fees $56
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $23,897
Budget for Other Expenses $5,480
Total One Year Cost $31,987

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$34,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Southwestern College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting. 28% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 16% in Health Professions, and 11% in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting.