Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 005220
- Phone: (801) 863-8000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
65%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,573Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Salt Lake Community College (UVU)
800 W University Parkway, Orem, UT
Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is a public community college located in Salt Lake City, Utah, providing higher education and lifelong learning. SLCC is the largest higher education institution in Utah, and offers associate's degrees, certificate programs, occupational career and technical education, workforce training, as well as developmental education, and transfer programs for students going on to four-year universities.
SLCC also offers some degree programs online. The associate's degree programs available completely online are Business, Criminal Justice, General Studies and Sociology.
SLCC is a full-access institution that does not turn down any student applicants. It has very low tuition costs and offers a wide range of study programs and small classes with a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. It also offers flexible scheduling and 13 class locations (including its online programs).
History
Salt Lake Community College was established in 1948.
The college's Grand Theatre, which mounts several productions each year that are open to students and the public, is part of the SLCC's South City Campus. It began as part of South High School in Salt Lake City in 1931 until the school closed in 1988. That same year, SLCC bought the property to use as its city campus, but decided to retain the auditorium as the college's new theatre instead of developing it into classrooms.
Academics
Salt Lake Community College's academic calendar follows the semester system. It offers the following degrees:
- Associate of Arts (A.A.)
- Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
- Associate of Science (A.S.)
- Associate of Pre-Engineering (A.P.E.)
- Certificates
- Diplomas
Colleges and Schools
Salt Lake Community College has many areas of study that are dispersed among nine schools:
- School of Applied Technology
- School of Apprenticeship, Aviation and Technical Specialties
- School of Arts, Communication and New Media
- School of Business
- School of General and Developmental Education
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- School of Science, Math and Engineering
- School of Professional and Economic Development
Student Life
There are many activities to keep students busy at SLCC, including extramural athletics, involvement with the Globe Newspaper or Globe Radio, the LeaderShape program, numerous student activities and clubs, student government, and the student life and leadership program. The Thayne Center for Service & Learning offers volunteer opportunities with nonprofit community organizations.
To help students select the area of study that is right for them, SLCC offers several workshops and resources. Students may take the free "Career Clues Workshop" or "CHOICES," a free skills and interest assessment available via computers on campus.
The Career Library in the Student Center Building at the main Taylorsville Redwood Campus offers more resources to help students choose the right academic major and career. There are also academic and career advisors available to help guide students on the path that is right for them.
Athletics
Salt Lake Community College has several Bruin teams that compete in intercollegiate athletics. The Bruin sports teams include men's basketball, women's basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball and soccer. The Bruin Cheer club is also very active.
Satellite Campuses
Salt Lake Community College has 13 locations, counting its online "location," in the Salt Lake Valley. Its main campus and headquarters is the Taylorsville Redwood Campus. The other 11 locations are:
- Airport Center
- Community Writing Center
- Granite Technical Institute
- Highland Center
- Jordan Campus
- Jordan Applied Technical Center
- Library Square Center
- Meadowbrook Campus
- Miller Campus
- Rose Park Center
- South City Campus
Community Life
Salt Lake Community College has community partnerships with more than 500 businesses and schools in the Salt Lake City area including the Governor's Office of Economic Development, the Salt Lake Chamber, and the Women's Business Center, among others. These partnerships foster growth of the college and provide a skilled workforce to the community.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants UVU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,400-$4,100
- Out-of-State: $12,000-$14,360
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $150-$170 per unit
- Out-of-State: $510-$610 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 65% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 55% | $4,392 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 15% | $3,321 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Salt Lake Community College may provide student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Funeral Service Education Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
- Theatre Program
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Salt Lake Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (A, C)
- Advertising and Marketing (A, C)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Finance (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (C)
- Bookkeeping (C)
Communication Technology
- Audio and Video Production (A, C)
- Animation (A)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Support Specialist (C)
- Web Design (C)
- Computer Networking (A, C)
- System Networking (C)
Construction Trades
- Construction Site Management (A, C)
- Electrician (A)
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- CAD (A, C)
- Survey Technology (A, C)
- Energy Management (A)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (A)
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (A)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Sign Language (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (A)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Diesel Mechanic (A, C)
- Aircraft Mechanic (A)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (A, C)
- Auto Body (A, C)
- Industrial Electronics Technology (C)
Personal and Culinary Services
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Political Science (A)
- Economics (A)
- Anthropology (A)
- Geography (A)
- Cartography and GIS (A, C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fashion Design (A)
- Design and Visual Communications (A)
- Interior Design (A, C)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A)
- Music (A)
- Digital Arts (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Salt Lake Community College.
- Snow College in Ogden, UT (92 miles away)
- Western Wyoming Community College in Sheridan, WY (154 miles away)
- Colorado Northwestern Community College in Glenwood Springs, CO (171 miles away)
- College of Southern Idaho in Rexburg, ID (186 miles away)
- Eastern Idaho Technical College in Boise, ID (194 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 005220
- Phone: (801) 863-8000
- School Homepage