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Salt Lake Community College
United States of America

Popularity:1005

Official website: https://www.slcc.edu/
Tel:Phone: 801-957-4111
Address:PO Box 30808 Salt Lake City, UT  84130-0808 United States

Alt Lake Community College is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. The following is a detailed introduction to the school:

School Overview

Long history: Founded in 1948, it was originally named Salt Lake Area Vocational School, renamed Salt Lake Trade and Technical College in 1959, changed to Utah Technical College Salt Lake Branch in 1967, and officially named Salt Lake Community College in 1987.

Large scale: It is the largest two-year college in Utah, with multiple campuses, serving more than 60,000 students, of which about 95% are Utah residents.

Campus environment: The main campus Taylorville Redwood Campus is located in Taylorville, Salt Lake City, covering an area of ​​about two blocks, with twelve academic buildings, including a library with a collection of about 90,000 books, sports facilities, an open-air theater and a student union.

Academic situation

Faculty: There are 346 full-time teachers in the fall of 2022, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 20:1, a good teacher-student ratio allows students to receive full attention and guidance from teachers.

Degree courses: The school only offers 2-year associate degrees and some diploma courses, including business, management, marketing, liberal arts, general education and humanities, health sciences and related services. Its graduates can transfer to all four-year colleges and universities in Utah. The school also cooperates with some four-year colleges and universities to allow students to complete bachelor's degree courses on the campus of Salt Lake Community College.

Teaching features: In order to enable students to successfully transfer to four-year universities, the school has set up transfer courses and has signed transfer agreements with all public schools in Utah, such as Brigham Young University and the University of Utah. More than a certain proportion of students have successfully transferred to 55 four-year universities in the United States.

Student situation

Number of students: There are 26,300 students in the fall of 2022.

Student composition: The student group is diverse, coming from different backgrounds and age groups, reflecting the diversity of the local community.

Employment situation: The employment rate of graduates from this school is 79.3%, and the graduate salary is about $36,200.

Application Information

Application Requirements: Salt Lake Community College has an open admissions policy and generally requires applicants to have a high school diploma or equivalent. International students also need to provide proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL, IELTS, etc.

Application Process: International students can apply online through the school's official website and submit relevant application materials, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, etc. The application process is relatively simple and quick.

Application Time: The school generally accepts applications for admission in the fall, spring and summer semesters. It is recommended that international students prepare and submit applications in advance to ensure that there is enough time to handle visa procedures.

Campus Life

Student Organizations and Clubs: The school has a variety of student organizations and clubs covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports and other fields, such as student unions, academic clubs, music clubs, sports associations, etc. Students can participate according to their interests and hobbies to enrich their extracurricular life and expand their interpersonal relationships.

Campus Activities: The school will hold various campus activities, such as cultural festivals, art exhibitions, concerts, sports competitions, etc., to provide students with a platform to show themselves and interact with each other, and enhance students' sense of belonging and cohesion on campus.

Sports Activities: The school is NJCAA Students are members of the school and have their own sports teams to participate in various sports events. Students can also participate in sports clubs and fitness activities on campus to maintain physical and mental health.