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Full College, Half the Cost

Degrees to Launch Any Career

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College for Less

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Your Home Away From Home

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Two Campuses to Serve You

SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE

Southwestern Michigan College is a small college with big opportunities. The 240-acre campus is safe, beautiful, and always busy with activities. Experience it for yourself—all while getting a high-quality education you can take anywhere.

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It's never too early to start making plans for your future. Spring registration opens November 1! Classes begin January 16.

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Campus Living at Its Finest

Our suite-style residence halls are some of the nicest in the state! Apply for housing now for your best chance at securing a room. 

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Michigan Reconnect Expanded Age

Program Expanded to Include Residents 21+

Michigan Reconnect has expanded it's program! If you're at least 21 and a Michigan resident, you may be eligible for free or reduced tuition.

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Take A Virtual Tour

Before you come for your in-person tour, get a bird's eye view of our Dowagiac and Niles Campuses.

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Upcoming Events

Graduation 2023, recent graduates celebrating

November 01, 2023 - January 12, 2024

Spring Registration

December 09, 2023

Holiday Band & Choir Concert

December 13, 2023

Next Step Wednesdays

December 15, 2023 - January 15, 2024

Holiday Break

December 15, 2023 - December 16, 2023

2023 Tri-State Holiday Classic

December 20, 2023

Next Step Wednesdays

January 03, 2024

Next Step Wednesdays

January 10, 2024

Next Step Wednesdays

January 25, 2024

FAFSA Completion Workshops

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March 13, 2024

Open House

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March 20, 2024

Career Fair

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July 18, 2024 - July 19, 2024

Roadrunner Reveal Overnight Camp

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FAST FACTS

1,800

Students

$5,947.50

Avg. Annual Tuition and Fees

Mascot

Ronnie Roadrunner

1964

Founded

240-Acre

Dowagiac Campus

Motto

Knowledge for All

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