
Adult Admissions
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Contact Adult Admissions
Malisa Roberts
Admissions Advisor
Student Service Center, Niles Campus
Hours
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
niles@swmich.edu
269-687-4811
A Decision You Can Feel Good About
You want a better life for yourself and your family. We can help.
We’ve crafted academic programs and support resources to suit the needs of people like you who need to work or manage a family while earning a degree.
With flexible schedules, low tuition, and one-on-one advising, Southwestern Michigan College is a choice you can feel confident making.
How to Become a Student
Follow the simple steps below to become an SMC student.
If at any point you’d rather talk to someone, please don’t hesitate to contact us by call, text, or email. We’d be happy to help!
Text us at 266-464-5999.
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Apply for Admission
It’s easy and only takes about 10 minutes. Fill out the online application or pick one up at either campus. You should receive a decision letter in the mail in one to two weeks. Keep this letter, as it will contain your username and password.
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Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships (Optional)
The first step to getting most types of financial aid is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. We encourage you to do that early to get a better idea of how much it will cost.
You can also apply for some of our hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships.
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Take Placement Tests (if needed)
Placement tests help place you in the appropriate classes so that you don’t take classes in subjects you’ve already mastered or that are beyond your current skill level.
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Complete New Student Orientation
Complete our two-part orientation to meet with an advisor and register for classes, learn about campus resources and how to succeed in your program, meet key staff, and finish up last-minute business. Part 1 is an online module you can complete any time after receiving your decision letter. Part 2 is an on-campus orientation session.
Learn more and sign up for a New Student Orientation session here.
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Send Us Your Transcripts
We’ll need final, official transcripts from your high school and any colleges you’ve attended. Work with your high school counselor or college Records Office to have your transcripts sent to SMC.
High school transcripts should be sent ATTN: Admissions.
College transcripts should be sent ATTN: Records
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Pay Your Bill
The final step to securing your place as an SMC student is paying your bill. Failure to pay by the payment deadline may result in losing your spot in housing and being dropped from your classes.
Learn more about billing and payment here.
Payment Due DatesFall Semester, Housing Students: July 15
Fall Semester, Other Students: August 1
Spring Semester: December 1
Summer Semester: May 1
Other Action Items
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Buy Books
Buy books and course materials at the bookstore on the Dowagiac campus or at shopsouthwestern.com. Books can be shipped to your home for a small fee, or you can pick them up at either campus at no additional cost. Find the list of books and materials you need on SMC Wired under Student Resources > Bookstore or at shopsouthwestern.com. You will need your student ID to access course information and to use financial aid for payment.
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Check Your SMC Email and SMC Wired
All campus announcements and reminders will be sent to your SMC email or posted to Wired, SMC's online student portal. Checking these frequently is the best way to stay up-to-date with SMC events and your financial aid status. As a reminder, your first bill will be sent to your SMC email.
Programs in In-demand Fields
We can get you started in nearly any high-wage, high-demand career. You can even complete a four-year degree on our Dowagiac campus through our partnership with Ferris State University.
View all our degree and certificate programs here.
New Evening Programs Starting This Fall
Evening class options help you keep a healthy balance between school, work and family responsibilities.
Learn more about the programs at the links below, then reach out to an advisor to learn about the evening format options.
Low Tuition + Financial Aid
Tuition at SMC is a fraction of the cost of four-year schools. Financial aid makes it even more affordable. Learn more about costs here.
Two Convenient Locations
Southwestern Michigan College has campuses in Dowagiac and Niles, so you can take classes in a location close to you.*
*Programs offered vary by location.

Other Features
Free Tutoring
Library (Dowagiac Campus)
Payment Plan Options
Free Computer/Technology Support
Free Fitness Center
Free Parking
MI Works! Offices on the Niles Campus

Come For A Visit
We love showing off our big, beautiful campus.
Schedule your own personal tour, a group visit (up to ten people), or learn more about campus at the link below.
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