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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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During our two-part orientation, you’ll learn about campus resources, how to plan your schedule, and how to succeed at SMC. You'll also be able to speak with an advisor who will help you pick courses that fit your degree plan, register for classes, and meet other students.
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Upcoming Events
July 07, 2022 - July 10, 2022
Esports Camps at SMC
July 08, 2022
Fall New Student Orientation
July 10, 2022 - July 15, 2022
Cross Country Camp at SMC
July 13, 2022
Pre-Nursing Information Meeting
July 13, 2022
Niles Open House
July 13, 2022
Niles Campus Open House
July 15, 2022
Fall New Student Orientation
July 15, 2022
Steve’s Run
July 20, 2022 - July 21, 2022
Roadrunner Reveal
July 22, 2022
Fall New Student Orientation
July 24, 2022 - July 29, 2022
Choral Camp
August 01, 2022
F 22 100 % Tuition & Fees Due
August 10, 2022
Su 22 Semester Ends
August 15, 2022
STEM Camp
August 16, 2022
STEM Camp
August 17, 2022
STEM Camp
August 17, 2022
Athletics Facility Dedication
August 19, 2022 - August 20, 2022
Dual-Enrolled Student Orientation
August 24, 2022 - August 25, 2022
Dual-Enrolled Student Orientation
September 01, 2022
Fall Welcome Night for Adult Learners
September 06, 2022
F 22 Classes Begin
October 26, 2022
Sp 23 Registration Begins for All Students
December 01, 2022
Sp 23 100% Tuition & Fees Due
December 16, 2022
F 22 Semester Ends
December 26, 2022
Sp 23 First Day to Use Financial Aid in Bookstore
January 09, 2023
Sp 23 Classes Begin
January 23, 2023
Sp 23 Last Day to Use Financial Aid in Bookstore
February 19, 2023
Sp 23 Last Day to Register for Commencement
March 22, 2023
Summer/Fall '23 Registration Begins for All Students
April 07, 2023
Good Friday
April 28, 2023
Sp 23 Semester Ends
April 29, 2023
Sp 23 Commencement
May 01, 2023
Su 23 100% Tuition & Fees Due
May 22, 2023
Su 23 First Day to Use Financial Aid in Bookstore
June 02, 2023
Su 23 Last Day for New Student Registration
June 05, 2023
Su 23 Classes Begin
June 19, 2023
Su 23 Last Day to Use Financial Aid in Bookstore
August 09, 2023
Su 23 Semester Ends
September 01, 2023
F 23 Last Day for New Student Registration
September 05, 2023
F 23 Classes Begin
October 25, 2023
Sp 24 Registration Begins for All Students
News
Coach Hood Excited About SMC's Athletic Return
Marketplace Theatre Co. Opens on Broadway in Cassopolis
SMC’s Niles Campus Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Carew Tours Italy, Sings at Vatican
SMC Board of Trustees Approves Budgets
Celebrating 30 Years at the Niles Campus
FAST FACTS
1,800
Students
$5,430
Avg. Annual Tuition and Fees
Mascot
Ronnie Roadrunner
1964
Founded
240-Acre
Dowagiac Campus
Motto
Knowledge for All
Top 25%
College-level Course Success