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FINANCIAL AID RATE

81%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

22:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,363

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Math Degree

The math degree program at Southwestern College – Chula Vista is a general degree program that prepares students for instruction on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships using symbolic logic and language. Students who graduate from the math degree program may pursue careers as budget analysts, mathematicians, market researchers, accounting, investment securities, and more. Courses include algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer math degrees.

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Southwestern College – Chula Vista

12951 Euclid Street, Suite 101, Garden Grove, CA

Southwestern College is a public, two-year community college in southern San Diego County. Its 156-acre campus is situated halfway between the city of San Diego and the U.S.-Mexico border. Southwestern College offers more than 300 associate's degrees and vocational certificates. The college offers associate's degrees in more than 130 different majors, and Career Technical Education Certificates in more than 100 majors. Many non-credit courses are also available to for continuing personal and professional development.

Many students attending Southwestern College are preparing to transfer to four-year colleges or universities where they will complete their bachelor's degrees. Southwestern College consistently ranks in the top 100 among community colleges for the number of associate degrees conferred.

Southwestern College is ranked 24th among community colleges in the nation for minority students.

The college is in the final stages of planning before construction of a Child Development Center that will serve roughly 120 children daily. It will feature six classrooms and many observation rooms for college students enrolled in the Child Development Programs.

Southwestern recently launched its Cultural Exchange Excursion program, with an excursion that took participants to China.

A range of learning options are available at Southwestern College, including distance learning, online classes, weekend and evening classes, and sessions of different lengths for accelerated or convenient learning.

History

Southwestern College was founded in 1961. Since 1964, it has received accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Academics

The academic calendar for Southwestern College follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters or "terms." There are several short sessions available within most semesters or terms.

Colleges and Schools

The schools and academic divisions at Southwestern College include:

  • School of Business, Professional & Technical Education
  • School of Social Sciences & Humanities
  • School of Language and Literature
  • School of Arts & Communication
  • School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering
  • School of Health, Exercise Science & Athletics
  • Cooperative Work Experience Education (CWEE)
  • Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa
  • Higher Education Center at National City

Student Life

Student clubs and organizations on the Southwestern College campus are plentiful, and cover interests in architecture, medieval combat, debate, dental hygiene, earth science, folklore, hip hop dance, jewelry making and performing arts, among others.

There are also many events on campus, including the Festival of Nations, which is a cultural event that highlights the multi-ethnic population of Southwestern College and the surrounding communities.

Student services on campus include a range of dining options, health services, veteran services, academic assessment, learning communities, disabilities support services, a career center, counseling and career guidance, a women's resource center, and more.

Traditions

The school colors for Southwestern College are burgundy and white, with gold as an accent color. The school mascot is a black jaguar. The athletic teams are nicknamed the Southwestern "Jaguars" or "Jags."

Athletics

The Southwestern College "Jaguars" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross County
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

In addition to its main campus in Chula Vista, Southwestern College has a Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa, and a Higher Education Center at National City.

Community Life

A new child development center is soon to begin construction, and Southwestern College also plans construction of a Family Resource Center within the educational village at its Higher Education Center in National City.

Southwestern College was designated a "Best Small Business Support Organization" by the San Diego Supplier Development Council. The designation was given for the efforts of the college's Contracting Opportunities Center that liaises with small businesses in the community.

Students Enrolled in the Math Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southwestern College – Chula Vista offers an associate's degree program in math.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male27
Female9

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian5
Hispanic22
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders1
White6
Multiple Races2

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 Math program at Southwestern College – Chula Vista, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Mathematicians

Description

Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mathematicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 21.4% from 2014 to 2024

Statisticians

Description

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, statisticians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 33.8% from 2014 to 2024

Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other

Description

All mathematical scientists 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 Southwestern College – Chula Vista accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or 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 recent graduates, Southwestern College – Chula Vista may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo