Southern Maine Community College

10 Interesting Facts about Towson University

1. Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is a public, two-year community college located in South Portland, Maine.
2. SMCC was founded in 1946 as a post-secondary vocational school and has grown to become one of Maine’s largest community colleges.
3. SMCC offers over 40 degree and certificate programs in fields such as business, health sciences, liberal studies, technology, and trades.
4. SMCC has a diverse student body with over 6,000 students enrolled annually, including traditional and non-traditional students, veterans, and international students.
5. SMCC has a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1 and an average class size of 19 students, allowing for personalized attention and support.
6. SMCC has partnerships with local businesses and organizations, providing students with opportunities for internships, cooperative education, and employment.
7. SMCC offers a variety of support services, including academic advising, tutoring, career services, and counseling, to help students achieve their academic and personal goals.
8. SMCC has a strong commitment to sustainability, with campus-wide initiatives aimed at reducing energy consumption, promoting recycling and composting, and using renewable energy sources.
9. SMCC has a thriving athletics program, with teams in basketball, soccer, softball, golf, cross country, and volleyball.
10. SMCC is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and is a member of the Maine Community College System.

Admission

Tuition & Fee

All Programs

Business

Business
Hospitality and Tourism Management

Education

Early Childhood Education
Education

Health Professions

Cardiovascular Technician
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Health Service Preparatory Studies
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Records Technician
Nursing
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technician
Respiratory Care Therapy
Surgical Technologist

Humanities

Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Human Services
Liberal Arts and Humanities

Science, Technology, and Math

Agriculture
Biotechnology
Computer and Information Systems Security
Computer Science
Engineering
Environmental Science
Marine Biology and Oceanography
Materials Engineering
Network, Database, and System Administration

Trades and Personal Services

Automotive Mechanics
Computer Engineering Technician
Computer Systems Technician
Construction and Heavy Equipment Operation
Culinary Arts and Food Service
Drafting and Design (CAD/CADD)
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electrician
Engineering Technician
General Construction Trades
HVAC and Refrigeration Engineering Technician
Machine and Metal Working
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Plumbing
Welding

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

1,993 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

3,796