In general, however, summer temperatures average in the 80 s while winter temperatures average in the 20 s. We usually have snow on the ground in winter, and have 2 or 3 snowstorms. We average a total of about 80 inches of snow over a 5-month period. Spring is often rainy and cool. Housing Student housing is not available on campus. However, apartments and rooms for rent are available to students in Dowagiac, Niles, and nearby communities.
Students are responsible for arranging their own housing accommodations.
If you need help in arranging housing, please notify an International Student Advisor in advance of your arrival. Arriving students should plan to arrive in Chicago and schedule a flight from Chicago to South Bend. Southwestern Michigan College is in a very rural area, and public transportation is very limited. Therefore, most students find it necessary to have a car. For instructions on completing an international student application, see Documentation Required for International Student Admission.