C
Average
Score: 52/100

Salt Lake Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Salt Lake City, Utah 84123
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 30%
Outcomes
D
44/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

26,764
Total Enrollment
30%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,853
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Salt Lake Community College

23% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 6,049 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$538,991
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,461
1-Year Change
+3.3%
For parents & investors

The Salt Lake Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $538,991
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,461/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 84129 (2.8% cap, Taylorsville)

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🏆 Where Salt Lake Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
of 11 schools
#28
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,778 $13,222

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
8%
Take Out Loans
$8,853
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,148
$30,001 - $48,000$7,157
$48,001 - $75,000$8,839
$75,001 - $110,000$11,194
$110,001+$12,805

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,116 grads/yr General Studies 804 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 425 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 267 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 186 grads/yr Psychology, General 166 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 116 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 112 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 99 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 70 grads/yr Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design 67 grads/yr Social Work 55 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 53 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 52 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 48 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 47 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 38 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 37 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 36 grads/yr Accounting 31 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Salt Lake Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs

Student Demographics

26,764
Total Students
55%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)
23%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 20%
Black 2%
Asian 5%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 23%
With Family 77%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~6,049 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Salt Lake Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Salt Lake Community College?
Tuition at Salt Lake Community College is $3,778 for in-state students and $13,222 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,853.
What is the graduation rate at Salt Lake Community College?
The graduation rate at Salt Lake Community College is 30%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Salt Lake Community College a good school?
Salt Lake Community College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Salt Lake Community College?
Salt Lake Community College has a total enrollment of 26,764 students.
Is there rental demand near Salt Lake Community College?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at Salt Lake Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 6,049 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Salt Lake City area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology