Mt San Antonio College
School Notes Overview:
The mission of the college is to provide accessible and affordable quality learning opportunities in response to the needs and interests of the individuals and organizations, to provide quality transfer, career, and life-long learning programs that prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed for success in an interconnected world and to advance the state's and region's economic growth and global competitiveness through education, training, and services that contribute to continuous workforce improvement. ...
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Los Angeles County, CA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 9,147 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 19,932 students | 1,443 students |
| Total Enrollment | 29,079 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 45% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 27% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,490 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 42% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $978 | $1,275 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 1% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,147 | $1,147 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 1% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $3,803 | $3,143 |
School Notes:
- Mt. San Antonio College is among the largest of 109 community colleges in California. Located in the city of Walnut, Mt. SAC serves 17 communities and a million residents in the bustling San Gabriel Valley.
- Since the College opened its doors in 1946, Mt. SAC has provided high quality and affordable educational opportunities to more than a million students of all ages from all over the world. Today, the College offers more than 200 degree and certificate programs through a semester system. Mt. SAC remains committed to academic excellence and preparing its students for success in today's diverse economic, professional and cultural sectors.
- Mt. SAC has become a College of Champions—a state and national leader in a number of disciplines, including communication, technology, business, science, health care, athletics, the performing and fine arts, and aviation. Many Mt. SAC alumni have distinguished themselves in both the private and public sectors. The College is home to the renowned Mt. SAC Relays, the world's largest and most prestigious track and field invitational.
- Situated on 400 sprawling acres, the scenic campus is undergoing a major expansion effort to keep pace with the growing need for state-of-the-art facilities and technology. These enhancements support the College's ongoing commitment to complement quality instruction with a learning environment that enhances student success. It's also another reason Mt. SAC has become one of the finest colleges in America.
- Profile last updated: 10/23/2009.
In the News:
- Glendora dancer lands part on hit show "Glee" (San Gabriel Valley Tribune)
posted on March 16, 2010 at 01:34:52 am
GLENDORA - The first time 22-year old Angela Vamos appeared on the hit TV show "Glee" in September, her mother Sandy Vamos missed the chance to throw a party. - Mt. Sac professor's works on display (Inland Valley Daily Bulletin)
posted on March 8, 2010 at 05:45:08 am
WALNUT - Three years ago, Craig Deines' artistic journey took a unique twist when he started producing carved wooden panels. - Mt. Sac professor wood works on display (San Gabriel Valley Tribune)
posted on March 7, 2010 at 09:18:31 am
WALNUT - Three years ago, Craig Deines' artistic journey took a unique twist when he started producing carved wooden panels. - Local schools participate in `Day of Action' to fight state budget cuts (San Gabriel Valley Tribune)
posted on March 5, 2010 at 05:03:31 am
LA PUENTE - Dressed in black from head-to-toe and carrying a dummy on a gurney, the teachers in front of Nogales High School said they were "mourning the death of quality education." - Kids compete for a spell at Mt. San Antonio College (Inland Valley Daily Bulletin)
posted on March 1, 2010 at 03:16:14 am
WALNUT - As far as superstition goes, baseball players have nothing on Spelling Bee competitors.
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