Southwestern College
About
Southwestern College may refer to the following colleges in the United States:Southwestern College (California) Southwestern College (Kansas) Southwestern College Southwestern College of Business and New England Technical Institute, now part of Lincoln Tech Arizona Christian University, formerly Southwestern College
Outcomes & equity
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
What families actually pay
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Academic programs
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Top program families by completions
Enrollment & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Gender split
Race / ethnicity composition
Faculty
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Southwestern College vs IPEDS peer group
The peer institutions Southwestern College selected for federal comparison reporting.
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectSouthwestern College | 35% | — | 20,986 | $10,893 | Community College |
Cuyamaca College | — | — | 8,905 | $6,187 | Community College |
Grossmont College | — | — | 14,440 | $2,755 | Community College |
Imperial Valley College | — | — | 8,873 | $1,697 | Community College |
MiraCosta College | 96% | — | 11,478 | $7,178 | Baccalaureate |
Palomar College | — | — | 19,550 | $5,247 | Community College |
San Diego City College | — | — | 13,242 | -$818 | Community College |
San Diego Mesa College | 92% | — | 19,212 | -$904 | Baccalaureate |
San Diego Miramar College | — | — | 14,257 | -$2,735 | Community College |
| Peer group median | 92% | — | 14,257 | $2,755 |
Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
The Office of Institutional Research and Planning at Southwestern Community College District provides accurate, timely, and unbiased data analysis to advance equity-minded, data-informed decision-making to improve student access and student success in higher education and beyond.
Visit IR office page- Bill AbasoloDean of Institutional Research & Planning
- Angela CardenasAdministrative Secretary
- Anna FloresInstitutional Research & Planning Coordinator
- Briana Todhunter, M.S.Principal Research Analyst
- Briana TodhunterPrincipal Research Analyst
- Eduardo Diaz, Ed.D.Research Analyst
- Eduardo DiazResearch Analyst
- Ivan DaculaStudent Services Data Software Specialist
- Jenny Pasaribu, Ph.D.Senior Research and Planning Analyst
- Jenny PasaribuSenior Research and Planning Analyst
- John Elder, M.S.Research Analyst
- John ElderResearch Analyst
Documents & reports (8)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DashboardDashboardswccd.edu
- Data definitionData Dictionary 2017The data dictionary from Southwestern College provides detailed definitions and descriptions of institutional terms related to student enrollment, course completion, degree programs, and other administrative data metrics, aiming to standardize data reporting and comprehension.swccd.edu
- Data dictionaryData Dictionary 20172017The Southwestern College Data Dictionary 2017 provides detailed definitions and explanations for terms and metrics used in the college's institutional research and planning. It describes the academic calendar structuring, various educational and enrollment calculations such as Full-Time Equivalent Student (FTES), student headcounts, course success metrics, and program completion indicators. Additionally, it details administrative processes like census day determinations, transfer readiness, and the distinction between different types of student statuses. It serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding reporting and data usage within the context of California Community Colleges.swccd.edu
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- FactbookSOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE Fact Book 2023-20242023The Southwestern College Fact Book 2023-2024 provides comprehensive information about the institution's mission, student demographics, services, and academic achievements. The report highlights key metrics such as student enrollment, course completion rates, and degrees awarded. Prepared by the Office of Institutional Research and Planning, it offers detailed data on the college's diverse community, service areas, and facilities. Additionally, the document covers the college's commitment to student success, equity, and community engagement.swccd.edu
- GlossarySouthwestern Community College District – Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Tentative Budget GlossaryThe glossary from Southwestern Community College District's tentative budget for the fiscal year 2020-2021 provides definitions for 84 terms related to financial and budgeting operations within the educational institution. These terms cover a wide range of financial concepts, including different types of budgets, funds, and accounting practices. Key terms include 'Apportionment,' 'Balanced budget,' 'Debt service,' 'Fiscal year,' and 'Student Centered Funding Formula (SCFF).' This glossary is a resource for understanding the detailed financial terminology used in the management of the college's fiscal activities.swccd.edu
- GlossaryInstitutional Research & PlanningThe Institutional Research & Planning (IRP) webpage for Southwestern College provides resources and information on data analysis aimed at improving student access and success. It describes various tools and documents such as data dashboards, data resources, institutional planning manuals, plans, reports, strategic plans, and student learning outcomes assessments, emphasizing the office's role in facilitating data-informed decision-making and equity-minded practices.swccd.edu
- Strategic planSWC Strategic Plan 2021-20252021Southwestern College's Strategic Plan for 2021-2025 outlines goals and objectives aimed at enhancing student access and success, alongside fostering economic, workforce, and community development. Key components of the plan include community engagement through forums and gathering input on crucial topics affecting the college and its stakeholders. The strategic plan endeavors to align institutional goals with the needs of students and the larger community.swccd.edu
Grants & funding opportunities (1)
Federal grant awards and open funding opportunities awarded to this institution.
IR job openings (3)
Institutional Research and analytics roles currently posted at this institution.
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