South Seattle College

Overview:

• Significant Milestones:

  • Founded in 1969 as South Seattle Community College
  • Became South Seattle College in 2000
  • Celebrated 50th anniversary in 2019

• Notable Achievements:

  • Recognized as a "Top 100 Community College" by the Aspen Institute (2019)
  • Awarded the "Excellence in Student Success" award by the American Association of Community Colleges (2019)
  • Ranked among the top 10 community colleges in Washington State for transfer rates (2022)

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

  • Over 30 student clubs and organizations
  • Student government
  • Honor societies
  • Cultural events and performances

• Clubs:

  • Anime Club
  • Black Student Union
  • Business Club
  • Environmental Club
  • Film Club

• Sports Teams:

  • Men's and women's basketball
  • Men's and women's soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Cross country
  • Track and field

• Student Support Services:

  • Academic advising
  • Career counseling
  • Disability support services
  • Financial aid
  • Health and wellness services
  • Tutoring and learning support

• Campus Facilities:

  • Library
  • Student center
  • Fitness center
  • Art gallery
  • Childcare center

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Over 100 degree and certificate programs
  • Transfer agreements with four-year universities
  • Online and hybrid learning options

• Faculty:

  • Experienced and dedicated faculty with advanced degrees
  • Many faculty members have industry experience

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Student-centered learning
  • Hands-on experiences
  • Small class sizes

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Writing center
  • Math lab
  • Science lab

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Aviation program
  • Culinary arts program
  • Healthcare programs
  • Sustainable energy program

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Recognized as a top community college in the nation

Rankings:

Ranked among the top 10 community colleges in Washington State

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art aviation center, culinary arts kitchen, and healthcare simulation lab

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with local businesses and industries

• Notable Alumni:

  • Maria Cantwell, U.S. Senator
  • Pramila Jayapal, U.S. Representative
  • Ed Murray, former Mayor of Seattle

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Academic counseling
  • Career counseling
  • Personal counseling

• Health:

  • Health clinic
  • Mental health services

• Housing:

  • On-campus housing available

• Library Resources:

  • Over 100,000 books and other resources
  • Online research databases
  • Interlibrary loan services

• Technology Support:

  • Computer labs
  • Wi-Fi access
  • Technical support

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling
  • Job placement assistance
  • Internships and apprenticeships