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SOUTHERN UNION STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE www.suscc.edu About: As part of the Alabama Community College System, Southern Union has been an integral part of the educational landscape in East Central Alabama since its inception. Southern Union State Community College is an open-admission, public two-year college offering quality and relevant teaching that is affordable, accessible, equitable, and responsive to the diverse needs of students, community, business, industry, and government. Number of students: 4,500 Student/faculty ratio: 19:1 Academics: SUSCC has a three-faceted educational emphasis on academic programs for transferability, technical programs for specialized career competencies, and health sciences programs for specialized training in the health field. Whether moving on to continue their education or entering the workforce, students leave Southern Union with a firm educational foundation. Cost of Attendance: In-State Tuition & Fees: : $3,840/year ($160 per credit hour) Room and Board: $3,200 (Wadley campus only) Campus Life: SUSCC has campuses in Wadley, Valley, and Opelika. Scholarships and Financial Aid: Percentage of students receiving financial aid: 75% Scholarship Deadline: March 1 Cool Factors: • SUSCC is one of a select few community colleges with a comprehensive fine arts program. • Among the notable alumni of SUSCC is Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who has appeared in movies, So You Think You Can Dance, and also appears as a guest DJ on Ellen. FALL 2020 Join uss REGISTRATION BEGINS JULY 13 suscc.edu www.potentialmagazine.com Fall 2020 | 53