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SouthWest Skill Center is in a small suburb, in Avondale, AZ. The school is classified as a public college. Students at SouthWest Skill Center earn degrees up to the Certificate.
The most common major fields study at the school include computer science and engineering and cooking and culinary arts.
All qualified applicants are admitted as SouthWest Skill Center offers open admission.
The school, in 2007, had 203 students (146 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at SouthWest Skill Center.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Southwest Skill Center provides our diverse community quality individualized skills training with state-of-the-art technology. We are committed to professionalism and personal student success in partnership with business, industry, and government."
More complete details are provided below.
Southwest Skill Center At Estrella Mountain Community College
3000 N Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ 85323
General Phone: (623) 535-2700
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science And Engineering | 177 | computer and info science |
| Medical Support And Technology | 100 | medical assistant, phlebotomy |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 80 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 55 | culinary arts |
| Office And Administration | 10 | general office occupations |
Number of programs and degrees for SouthWest Skill Center in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 422 | 7 |
In 2007, SouthWest Skill Center had a total enrollment of 203 students (146 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 27% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 14% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 98 % |
| Part-Time | 95 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 50% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Avondale, 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.
Financial Aid:
SouthWest Skill Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3156301)
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets SouthWest Skill Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in cooking and culinary arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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