Become a Student at Southwest Tech
Enrollment Checklist
Follow these five steps to become a student at Southwest Technical College and get enrolled into a program. (This Enrollment Checklist is primarily intended for certificate programs of 600+ hours. For programs with less hours, some steps may not apply).
STEP 1 - APPLY
Fill out a free online application at: www.stech.edu/apply
STEP 2 - FACE TO FACE
Meet with our Academic Advisor and review the “Program Introduction.” Click here to schedule an Academic Advisement appointment.
STEP 3 - CREATE A FINANCIAL PLAN
Meet with our Financial Aid Advisor and create your “Financial Plan.” (Federal Pell Grant, Veterans (VA), Sponsors, Self-Pay, and Scholarships.)
Click here to schedule a Financial Advisement appointment.
STEP 4 - ENROLL
Pay your Annual Enrollment Processing Fee of $40 at Student Services. Enroll and complete Student Success course.
STEP 5 - Personalized Training Plan
Develop “Personalized Training Plan” with your Academic Counselor (or Program Coordinator). Enroll in your next program course with an Enrollment Technician at Student Services.
Bennett Olsen
2017 Southwest Tech Student of the Year
“My experience at Southwest Tech has been excellent. Not only was it a good education, but it was enjoyable. Southwest Technical College was the best choice for me.”