Why Choose a Community College?

Easy Transfer to University!

Courses are the same, the credits are the same!

UC & CSU Transfer

California community college courses are directly linked with the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) systems, making transfer easier.

Low Cost

Community college tuition is about half that of tuition at a four year university.

Personal Attention

Discover a smaller classroom size at Southwestern College, along with college resources to promote student success.

Accessibility

Easier entrance requirements! SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission. Didn't do well in high school? Southwestern College provides basic skills development in Math, English, and Reading to bring you to a competitive level.

Had the grades but not the money to attend university? Southwestern College has Transfer Agreement Guarantee contracts with many universities and offers honors classes, too.

Adapted from College of the Desert