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Public 2 Year

Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf

Big Spring, Texas

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Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf overview
Location Big Spring, Texas
Online howardcollege.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Remote Town
Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID), located in Big Spring, Texas, is a unique institution prominently dedicated to the higher education of the deaf and hard of hearing. Established in 1980 as a branch of Howard College, SWCID offers academic and vocational training while maintaining a supportive atmosphere tailored for its students? special needs. The campus setting is designed to encourage direct communication in American Sign Language, facilitating an educational environment attuned to deaf culture and learning styles. The institute is generally open in its application process, welcoming a diverse array of students pursuing various academic tracks. Popular programs at SWCID include Digital Media, Graphic Design, and Office Administration, fashioned to provide practical career opportunities. On-campus living is provided, ensuring an immersive and accessible experience. Though not notable for a high-profile athletic program, the school focuses on comprehensive educational enrichment and vocational success for its community. The campus is situated approximately midway between the cities of Abilene and Midland/Odessa in West Texas, offering a blend of small-town tranquility and access to larger urban areas.

Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  40 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 14 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,020 plus fees of $260.

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Annual Cost to Attend

In District Resident Tuition

$2,460
In District Costs for Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,690
Other Fees$260
Room and Board $5,670
Other Expenses Budget$4,607
Total One Year Cost$14,687

Texas Resident Tuition

$4,020
In State Costs for Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,690
Other Fees$260
Room and Board $5,670
Budget for Other Expenses$4,607
Total One Year Cost$16,247

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$34,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf students
Subject Percent of Class
Foreign Languages 33%
Business 21%
Mechanic and Repair Technologies 17%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 8%
Communications Technology 4%

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Last updated February 24, 2024