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Salt Lake Community College

Public Salt Lake City, UT · Suburban · Rocky Mountains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
29%
Graduation Rate
$47,867
Earnings (10yr)
$9,804
Net Price
18,136
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Overview

With an enrollment of over 18,000 students, Salt Lake Community College is an excellent fit for those seeking practical education in fields like Humanities, Health Professions, Computer Science & IT, Business & Marketing, and Psychology. The diversity of programs allows students to find a path that resonates with their interests and career goals. This large community can provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to connect with peers and faculty alike.

When it comes to life after graduation, graduates from Salt Lake Community College can expect to earn an average of $47,867 within ten years. This figure illustrates that a degree from here can lead to solid financial stability. The affordability of education is also a plus, as the net price after aid comes to about $9,804. With a median debt of just $8,003, students are likely to find themselves in a manageable financial situation after completing their studies.

The practical bottom line is that Salt Lake Community College offers an accessible education that can lead to meaningful career options without an overwhelming financial burden. Students who thrive here tend to be motivated and focused on their professional futures. This community college can be a stepping stone to further studies or immediate employment in a variety of fields, making it a solid choice for many.

Rankings

How Salt Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation29%Earnings 10yr$48KNet Price$10KRetention57%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate17%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$14K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%648.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1528.0%MOBILITY99.13%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,426
In-State Tuition
$14,244
Out-of-State
$9,804
Avg Net Price
$8,003
Median Debt
17%
Pell Grant Rate
8%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,476
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,048
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,559
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,928
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$41,501
6 Years After Entry
$44,450
8 Years
$47,867
10 Years
0.17x
Debt-to-Earnings
58%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$41,501 6yr $44,450 8yr $47,867 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

99.13%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1528.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
648.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$82,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.43
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.92
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.138%
Inventor Rate
43
Total Patents
813
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 57%
Full-Time Faculty 24%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,935
Diversity Index 0.61
First-Gen Students 40%

Top Programs

Humanities 41%
Health Professions 12%
Computer Science & IT 10%
Business & Marketing 7%
Psychology 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%
Transportation 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Rocky Mountains
Accreditor Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
54%
White
56%
Hispanic
27%
Black
3%
Asian
4%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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