Public community college in suburban Missouri serving the St. Charles region with transfer and career-technical programs.
SCC offers two-year associate degrees designed as transfer pathways to four-year universities, along with certificate programs and specialized training in arts, business, sciences, and career-technical fields. The college provides non-credit courses and workforce development programs to serve community needs. Academic programs span traditional disciplines and emerging workforce areas, with flexible delivery methods including online, hybrid, in-person, flex, and remote options.
The main campus in Cottleville features 14 interconnected buildings including administrative, academic, and student-centered facilities. A second campus, the Center for Healthy Living in Dardenne Prairie, houses healthcare and agriculture programs. The main campus includes a 0.67-mile walking and biking trail completed in 2013 as part of the Dardenne Greenway Trail system. SCC fields four NJCAA Division I athletic teams (men's and women's soccer, men's baseball, women's softball) competing in the Missouri Community College Athletic Conference.
SCC welcomes first-time college students, international students, returning learners, active military, veterans, and transfer students. The college provides academic advising, tutoring, disability support services, and career services including career assessments and job search resources. Students have access to Schnare Library, online learning platforms, and the MySCC portal for registration and academic records.
Beyond traditional academics, SCC operates the Regional Workforce Innovation Center and offers community education, summer camps, and adult education programs including ESL. The college maintains partnerships with local employers and provides career coaching to help students and alumni achieve employment goals. Non-credit continuing education serves lifelong learning and professional development needs.