Admissions at SCC

Welcome to SCC!

We're excited that you're interested in becoming a Blackhawk. Over 100,000 students have walked our halls over our 100+ year history.

Take a look around around and discover SCC. Then let us help you easily navigate your application.

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How to Apply to SCC

Applying to SCC is free and straightforward. Here's how to get started:

  • Submit your application - Apply online. There is no application fee
  • Send your transcripts - Request official transcripts from your high school and any colleges you have previously attended and have them mailed to the SCC registrar's office at:
    Southeastern Community College
    Attn: Registrar Office
    1500 W Agency Rd
    West Burlington, IA 52655
  • Complete the FAFSA - Apply for financial aid using SCC's federal school code (001848). Submit early for priority consideration.
  • Complete the Pre-Enrollment Info Session - All new students must complete this required online session before registering for classes.
  • Meet with your advocate and register - Schedule an appointment with your student success advocate to select your courses and register for classes.

Upcoming Term Start Dates & Registration

Term First Day of Classes Registration Opens
Summer 2026 May 27, 2026 (face-to-face) / May 26 (online) Now open
Fall 2026 August 17, 2026 Now open
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New Students

Start here if you are applying to SCC for the first time and pursuing one of our credit programs or if you attended SCC more than three years ago.

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Adult Students

Apply to SCC to get on the road to a better job, better pay and a better future with a degree from SCC. Get started now!  

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International Students

Join students from more than 25 countries in a diverse student body. Get all the information you need to apply to SCC.

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Returning Students

Let us figure out where you left off and help chart your path to graduation.

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Guest Students

Start here if you currently attend college elsewhere and want to take courses to transfer back to your home institution .

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Parents & Family

You want to help your student succeed. See the resources available and how you can help support them.

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Transferring to SCC

Are you at another college looking to transfer to SCC? See how to make the switch smoothly.

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Schedule your visit

Whether you want to come one of our special campus visit days or schedule a personal tour, we'd love to show you around.

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Student Life

College is more than books and class and homework. Learn about how we spend time outside the classroom, make friends, and make a difference.

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Have questions? 

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Contact Us

West Burlington Campus Admissions
Call: (319) 208-5155
Text: (319) 250-7144
Email: admissionswb@scciowa.edu

Keokuk Campus Admissions
Call: (319) 313-1923
Text: (319) 220-3266
Email: admissionskeo@scciowa.edu

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