Description
South Seattle Community College is a constantly evolving educational community dedicated to providing quality learning experiences which prepare students to meet their goals for life and work.The College values and promotes a close involvement with the community and strong partnerships with business, labor and industry.
The college commits to meeting the diverse needs of students by providing:
* College transfer programs and technical and professional programs which prepare students to succeed in their careers and further their education.
* Responsive technical and professional training programs developed in collaboration with business, labor and industry.
* Student-centered and community centered programs and services which value diversity, support learning, and promote student success.
* Lifelong learning opportunities for the cultural, social, professional and personal development of the members of our communities.
Whether you intend to complete a two-year degree, learn a technical skill, or enroll in continuing education and professional development courses, you'll find a campus in which learning is encouraged, valued, and accomplished. Our diverse team of faculty and staff are all committed to help you achieve your goals and dreams.
Outside the classrooms, you'll find a wide range of support services designed to help you succeed in your programs and classes.
Take some time to enjoy this beautiful campus. On the 10 northernmost acres of campus, you'll find a college/community arboretum and a soon to be constructed authentic Chinese Garden, expected to be the largest of its type in the United States. Both these gardens will provide outstanding learning opportunities for SSCC students, as well as attracting thousand of residents and tourists to campus each year.
Quick Facts
Location
Northwest
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Public
Size
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
No
In-State Tuition
$3,115
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,257
Selectivity
Open Admissions
Enrollment
5,042
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 7,095
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 5,042
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 140%
- Graduate
- -40%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 39%
- Part-Time
- 61%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 98%
- Out-of-State
- 2%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 11%
- Asian
- 12%
- Caucasian
- 51%
- Latino
- 6%
- Other
- 20%
Students State Origin
- Washington
- 98%
- Other
- 2%
International Students
- International
- 4%
- Domestic
- 96%