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Salt Lake Community College

Salt Lake City, Utah · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#411
Nationally
#5
In Utah
$3,778
In-State Tuition
per year
26,764
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#411 nationally
#5 in Utah
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth87

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Salt Lake Community College is a public two-year community college located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The college enrolls approximately 26,764 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $3,778 per year ($13,222 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$3,778/yr
In-State Fees$479/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$13,222/yr
Room & Board$700/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$4,957/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$14,401/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$3,778↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
26,764
Total Undergrads
55% F / 45% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 62%
Hispanic 20%
Black 2%
Asian 4%
Two or more 4%
International 1%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $700/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who thrive in a large, diverse campus setting with extensive facilities and programs.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationSalt Lake City, Utah
SettingSuburb: Large
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#5
in Utah out of 7+ colleges
#411
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.