Seward County Community College is a two-year institution offering 45 programs of study, including Adult Basic Education, certificate programs and associate of arts, associate of science, general studies and applied sciences degrees. Ranked in the top 5% of more than 1,100 accredited community colleges in the U.S. by the Aspen Institute, SCCC serves a student body of 2,500+ students ranging in age from 15 to 85, in a county with the highest foreign-born percentage population in the U.S., and a rural service area of about 50,997 in seven Southwest Kansas counties and a five-state region. For more detailed demographic and academic information, visit our FAQ page at scoar.pbworks
Students are the heart of Seward County Community College. We view each person as a unique individual, with potential and dreams to achieve — and equally valuable at every point in the process. With a student body as diverse as our community, SCCC brings people from the region's small towns into contact with international students, and nontraditional learners of all ages together with recent high school graduates. The common factor is that we are all moving forward into growth, new challenges, and professional success.
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We offer 45 programs of study, including Adult Basic Education, certificate programs and associate of arts, science, general studies and applied sciences degrees. However, our learning options aren't limited to traditional classroom settings. As a community college, we endeavor to provide learning opportunities for people at all stages of life, through area Outreach classes, professional development and continued education, enrichment and recreational classes, and business and industry support. Explore the many paths to a more vibrant life through education.
Seward County Community College faculty bring more to the students than classroom instruction. Through our instructors, many of whom hold doctorate-level credentials, students gain access to rich and varied life and professional experiences. Learn journalism from a former international bureau chief who covered every major disaster on four continents over 20 years. Get Commercial Drivers License instruction from a man who started out delivering milk and eggs from rural Pennsylvania to New York City. Participate in university-level lab work with science and Allied Health researchers. Put all those resources together, and students can gain the skills they need to succeed in their chosen fields.
Welcome to the home of the Saints Advising! We are the go-to resource to connect students with the many sources of support at SCCC that are essential for success. Academic advisors share knowledge and partner with students to help them reach their goals at SCCC and beyond.
A majority of students at SCCC have faculty advisors to help them navigate their chosen career path. Students that are undecided are typically advised by Student Success Center advisors.
Dean of Student Success and Enrollment
Annette Hackbarth-Onson
620-417-1106
annette.hackbarthons@sccc.edu
Room A151
Advising Coordinator
Stephanie Heger
620-417-1065
stephanie.heger@sccc.edu
Room A150
Academic Advisor / Transfer Coordinator
Shandon Classen
620-417-1066
shandon.classen@sccc.edu
Room A149B
Relate: The most successful advising experiences are built on relationships in which the student and advisor work together. Students can develop these relationships through regular conversations with advisors.
Explore: We also invite students to take a look at the many online resources; these materials provide important information regarding requirements, and outline programs and opportunities that can add great value to a student's SCCC experience. Becoming familiar with their options will help students get even more from their meetings with advisors.
8:00a.m. - 4:45p.m.
Monday - Friday
Advising: We're here when you need us. Walk-in advising is available from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday in the Student Success Center, located in the center of the Hobble Academic Building. Do you have a quick question? Need help with an urgent situation? Drop by to see us!
If you are not on campus during walk-in advising hours, you can call (620) 417-1106 to arrange to speak with an advisor.
More complicated questions: like choosing a major, or planning for a smooth transfer to a four-year university - require an appointment. Give us a call!
1. Apply for admission and complete the TB questionnaire - Students only need to do this once, before your first semester of study. Don't forget...We need your transcripts.
2. Apply for financial aid and scholarships - Students need ot renew these forms every year they attend college.
3. Take a placement exam before your first semester - If you've taken a Compass, ACT, or SAT exam, you're in good shape. We offer the ACCUPLACER on campus as well, and you can retest on the ACCUPLACER test for a fee of $30.00
4. Speak to an academic advisor to fill out an enrollment form or for guidance in enrolling online- you can speak to one of the Student Success Center advisors or a faculty advisor for your major.
5. Bring your enrollment form to the registrar's office or enroll online
6. Pick up your schedule and set up a payment plan in the business office
Associate in Arts Degree Check Sheet
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree Check Sheet
Associate of Applied Science Degree Check Sheet
Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies Degree Check Sheet
Associate in Science Degree Check Sheet
Associate in General Studies Degree Check Sheet
Advising Syllabus
Transfer Information
SCCC Academic Catalog
Career Exploration Resources
