Southeast Community College (southeast.edu) saw a significant fall enrollment increase, exceeding 10,000 students for the first time in over a decade. This milestone marks resounding growth from the previous fall semester, demonstrating SCC’s unwavering commitment to meeting the demands of the skilled workforce by providing transformative educational opportunities.

“Our enrollment increase is a powerful reminder of the importance of ensuring everyone in our service area has access to the life-changing benefits of higher education,” said Dr. Paul Illich, SCC president. “SCC’s transformative efforts would not be possible without the support of community and industry leaders.”

For the first-time in SCC’s history, student housing is available on its Beatrice, Lincoln and Milford campuses. Woodhaven Hall is the first residence hall on the Lincoln Campus which opened in the Spring 2024.

“Many of our student housing facilities are at full capacity, including our newest residence hall on the Lincoln Campus,” Illich said. “This development is consistent with our vision to create destinations and the highest quality learning climates.”

Since Illich’s arrival in 2014, SCC has made significant strides to improve its academic programs, campus infrastructure and student support services. Highlights include:

  • The addition of 26 new programs and awards from 2015-2021.
  • Successful conversion from a Quarter to Semester Calendar system in Fall 2019.
  • Implementation of an enrollment management model that involves building course schedules based on course demand.
  • Opening six learning centers throughout the 15-county service area.
  • Incorporating a capital advancement function at the institution to build new facilities and improve current structures. Some facilities include the new Health Sciences Building in Lincoln, the Crete Carrier Diesel Technology & Welding Center in Milford and the Academic Excellence Center in Beatrice.

Learn more at southeast.edu.