Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf
Big Spring, TX3200 Ave C, Big Spring, TX 79720-7298
432-264-3700
Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is a state-supported, two-year college located in Big Spring, Texas. It is part of the Texas State University System. SWCID offers associate degrees and certificate programs. The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
SWCID was founded in 1965 as a residential college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. It was originally part of the Texas School for the Deaf. In 1973, SWCID became a separate state agency and began offering postsecondary education programs.
Today, SWCID serves a diverse student body of deaf and hard-of-hearing students from across the United States. The college offers a supportive environment with small class sizes and personal attention from faculty and staff. SWCID provides academic and career counseling, academic advising, tutoring, and other support services to help students succeed.
SWCID offers associate degrees in arts, science, and applied science. The college also offers certificate programs in American Sign Language, deaf studies, and interpreting. SWCID has a strong commitment to research and offers a variety of research opportunities for students.
The college is located on a beautiful 200-acre campus in Big Spring, Texas. The campus includes a residence hall, dining hall, library, classrooms, and administrative offices. SWCID is a fully accessible campus with a variety of services and amenities for students, faculty, and staff.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 48
Type: Public, 2-year
Main Website: https://howardcollege.edu/swcid/
Financial Aid: https://howardcollege.edu/students/financial-aid-and-scholarships/
Annual Costs
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $15655
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $25705