A great way to learn more about Southwestern Community College is to meet with a member of the SWCC admissions team. Admissions representatives are available year-round for college visits, campus tours, and class registration. The admissions department is located in the Administration Center on the Creston campus.
Contact Admissions
641.782.1421
Meet the Admissions Team
Sydney Smith, Admissions Representative - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Afton
Education: Associate of Arts, SWCC
Hobbies/Interests: Whenever I have free time I’m usually with family and friends doing all things outdoors like horseback riding, camping, fishing, etc.
Favorite thing about SWCC: SWCC is like a big family and everyone greets you with open arms and a smile!
Most often asked question: What did you do to help pay for college when you attended?
Your answer to that question: Along with applying for my high school scholarships, I also applied for SWCC’s Education Foundation. With the awards that I got through my high school and with SWCC’s Education Foundation, I was able to lower my tuition costs by a good amount.
Lauren England, Admissions Director - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Coggon
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture education, communications option, from Iowa State University- GO STATE!
Hobbies/Interests: Being with family and friends, showing livestock, photography, and running.
Favorite thing about SWCC: The students, staff, and faculty! Everyone is so welcoming and caring. It’s easy to make SWCC your “home” on day one!
Most often asked question: How can I get more active at SWCC?
Your answer to that question: Get involved with as many activities, intramurals and clubs as possible! They are a great way to travel, have fun, and make life-long friends.
Hailey Graham, Admissions Representative - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Murray
Education: Bachelor of Science in agricultural studies from Iowa State University; Associate of Arts from SWCC.
Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, playing/watching sports, spending time on my family farm, and being outdoors.
Favorite thing about SWCC: The atmosphere here is very welcoming, and the staff/faculty members are always willing to lend a helping hand!
Most often asked question: Why should I come to SWCC?
Your answer to that question: SWCC is a very close knit campus. The class sizes are small allowing you to get to know each student in your class, and build a relationship with your instructors.