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South Mountain Community College

South Mountain Community College

South Mountain Community College was established as a part of the Maricopa County Community College District on April 18, 1978. This community college is located in Phoenix, Arizona. More than 8,000 students enroll in SMCC every year. Apart from its main campus, classes are also offered in:

  • Ahwatukee Foothills Center
  • Guadalupe Center
  • Laveen Center

South Mountain Community College offers associates degrees in arts, business, applied science and general studies, as well as certificate programs in various fields of study. Transfer programs to other colleges are also available.

The athletics department of SMCC fields men’s teams in baseball, basketball, golf and soccer, and women’s teams in basketball, golf, volleyball, soccer and softball. The teams are members of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference.

Overview of South Mountain Community College

South Mountain Community College can be found in Phoenix, AZ (a large city). The school is a public institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at South Mountain Community College.

Areas of Study

The most common majors at the school are in science, art studies, and liberal arts.

South Mountain Community College Selectivity

South Mountain Community College is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.

Faculty

Instructors at the school are well-paid.

Student Body

In 2007-2008, 4,254 students were enrolled in South Mountain Community College. The school has a large minority student population. Older adults are in evidence at South Mountain Community College, often seeking career changing education.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"South Mountain Community College provides quality higher education for our diverse community. We create a caring teaching and learning environment in an increasingly global and technological society. Our purpose is to meet these needs by offering: * General Education Courses * Transfer programs * Occupational education and career development * Continuing education * Developmental studies and English as a Second Language * Cultural, civic, and social events * Academic support and student services"

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting South Mountain Community College

South Mountain Community College
7050 S 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
General Phone: (602) 243-8135
http://www.southmountaincc.edu

South Mountain Community College Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Liberal Arts182liberal arts and sciences, general studies, liberal arts and humanities, interdisciplinary studies
Art Studies122art studies
Science41physical sciences, natural sciences
Computer Science and Engineering30computer networking, information technology, computer and info science, systems analyst, computer support, web design, computer security
Business and Management19business, business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, MIS, business administration
Education and Teaching17early childhood education, elementary school teaching, education, adult education, education courses
Therapy and Counseling13behavioral sciences
Media0radio and TV tech
Drama and Performing Arts0drama
Family and Social Work0child care provider, child development, child care management
Office and Administration0administrative assistant, office data entry

Number of programs and degrees for South Mountain Community College in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree23522
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years15310
Award of less than 1 academic year3618

Student Body

In 2007-2008, South Mountain Community College had a total enrollment of 4,254 students (2,086 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White32%
Black15%
Hispanic36%
Asian4%
American Indian5%
Unknown7%
(Foreign Students)1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 1816%
18-1918%
20-2111%
22-2410%
25-2911%
30-348%
35-396%
40-4911%
50-647%
65+1%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Arizona92%
(International Students)5%
State unknown1%
Michigan1%
Texas1%

South Mountain Community College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time53 %
Part-Time32 %

South Mountain Community College Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Phoenix, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

South Mountain Community College Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 1,734
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 6,894
Books and supplies$ 1,120

Financial Aid:
South Mountain Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2146600)

South Mountain Community College Faculty

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankacademic year30$77,96634$76,546
All faculty totalacademic year30$77,96634$76,546

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

South Mountain Community College Athletics

Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):

SportMenWomenTotal
Total173350
All Other Sports173350

South Mountain Community College Degree Programs (2007)

ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Systems Security
Information Technology
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General

EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
Child Development

LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

MEDIA
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry

SCIENCE
Natural Sciences
Physical Sciences

THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences

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South Mountain Community College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets South Mountain Community College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in art studies
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%South Mountain Community College % of degrees in art studies
Salaries of full-time faculty
(vs. all colleges)
Top 10%South Mountain Community College Salaries of full-time faculty
% of degrees in science
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 13%South Mountain Community College % of degrees in science
Number of students
(vs. all colleges)
Top 17%South Mountain Community College Number of students
% of degrees in liberal arts
(vs. all colleges)
Top 18%South Mountain Community College % of degrees in liberal arts
Minority % of student body
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 18%South Mountain Community College Minority % of student body
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 18%South Mountain Community College % students 40 years or older
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers athletic scholarships

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