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General Contact

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Financial Aid Office

FINANCIAL AID RATE

90%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

19:1

Average 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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Behavioral Science Degree

The behavioral science degree program at South Mountain Community College readies students seeking a future in behavioral science-rated jobs and career paths, such as behavioral scientist, mental health specialists, human resource management, consumer marketing, prison counselors, and more. The behavioral science degree program includes instruction that focuses on social sciences, psychology, and biomedical sciences so that students can focus on studying complex problems of human individual and social growth and behavior. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer behavioral science degrees.

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South Mountain Community College

9000 E Chaparral Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

South Mountain Community College (SMCC) offers quality higher education for a diverse Arizona community. Their mission is to create a learning environment that promotes caring for education as well as a foundation for student development and productive citizenship on a global scale.

In order for them to successfully meet these goals, here’s what they have to offer:

  • General education courses.
  • Guaranteed transfer programs to 4 year institutions.
  • Career development and occupational education.
  • Continued education.
  • English as a second language and developmental studies.
  • Social and cultural events.
  • Quality student services and first-hand academic support.

Over 4,700 students are currently enrolled at the college and the entire student population is comprised of undergraduates. SMCC is considered a fairly large school due to its student population.

South Mountain Community College has locations throughout Phoenix (Ahwatukee, Laveen and Guadalupe). You're able to learn more about their campus by scheduling a visit or exploring their Arts center. Also their Student Life center is open for visitation.

SMCC has recently set in place a new student information system to help provide an additional self-service for students. Here’s what it offers:

  • The ability to search through all classes offered at Maricopa Community Colleges.
  • Instant access to your financial accounts and financial aid at all colleges.
  • Adjusting your financial aid rewards online by either accepting or reducing them.
  • 24/7 access to all mandatory forms.
  • Class registration and online payable tuition.
  • Access to your grades.

The information you get is exclusively made available to you.

The tuition fees have to be paid at the time you decide to register or by a specific deadline listed at their website, according to the fee schedule. You'll notice how the tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. The out-of-state tuition is an additional $5,785.

Last year 90% of all SMCC students received some type of financial aid. This percentage indicates that SMCC offers financial aid at a higher proportion in comparison to most 4 year universities.

Students Enrolled in the Behavioral Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. South Mountain Community College has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Less Than Two-Year Award
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate0
Less Than Two-Year Award1
Associate's Degree3

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female2

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic3
White1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Behavioral Science program at South Mountain Community College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Life Scientists, All Other

Description

All life scientists not listed separately.

Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists

Description

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, neuropsychologists and clinical neuropsychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
    • Total Employment: 70
    • Average Hourly Rate: $39.86
    • Average Annual Salary: $82900

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
    • Total Employment: 160
    • Average Hourly Rate: $36.13
    • Average Annual Salary: $75150

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Description

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates South Mountain Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, South Mountain Community College may offer student services like:

  • Distance learning
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment

Intercollegiate Athletics

South Mountain Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Volleyball