by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how SMC ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in grade specific ed.
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The grade specific ed major at SMC is not ranked on College Factual’s Best Colleges and Universities for Teacher Education Grade Specific. This could be for a number of reasons, such as not having enough data on the major or school to make an accurate assessment of its quality.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at SMC paid an average of $199 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $183 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,673 | $6,169 |
| Fees | $1,837 | $1,837 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,520 | $1,520 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $9,500 | $9,500 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,790 | $1,790 |
Learn more about SMC tuition and fees.
SMC does not offer an online option for its grade specific ed bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the SMC Online Learning page.
Of the 7 grade specific ed students who graduated with a associate's degree in 2021-2022 from SMC, about 14% were men and 86% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 71% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southwestern Michigan College with a associate's in grade specific ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |