SMC Reports Highest Fall Enrollment in Nine Years

SMC hits nine-year high in enrollment

DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College saw its largest enrollment in nine years this fall and again ranks in the top five in the state for increased enrollment headcount.

Southwestern Michigan College Hits Nine-Year High in Enrollment

Southwestern Michigan College saw its largest enrollment in nine years this fall and again ranks in the top five in the state for increased enrollment headcount. SMC President Dr. Klint Pleasant said the 2,321 students officially on the books represent an increase of 83 compared to Fall 2025’s total of 2,238. In comparison, about half of Michigan’s community colleges unfortunately experienced declining enrollments for Fall 2026. “This is an exc…

SMC reports highest fall enrollment in nine years

Southwestern Michigan College saw its largest enrollment in nine years this fall. The SMC Board of Trustees was briefed this week on the enrollment numbers with college President Dr. Klint Pleasant telling members the 2,321 students officially