- Mt. San Antonio College is a public community college in Walnut, California. It offers more than 400 degree and certificate programs, 36 support programs, and more than 50 student clubs and athletic programs, including food pantry, counseling, and tutoring.
School Highlights
Mt San Antonio College serves 36,662 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 36,662 students
- In-state tuition: $1,346
- Out-state tuition: $7,422
- Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Mt San Antonio College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,387 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mt San Antonio College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,387 staff
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mt San Antonio College has grown by 23% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Mt San Antonio College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
36,662 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
9,783 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
26,879 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
366 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
9,783 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
26,879 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
19%
13%
% Hispanic
63%
47%
% Black
4%
7%
% White
9%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,000
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,346 is less than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,422 is more than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,346
$1,516
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,422
$6,779
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
72%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Mt. San Antonio College is among the largest of 112 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mt San Antonio College cost?
Mt San Antonio College's tuition is approximately $1,346 for In-State students and $7,422 for Out-State students.
What is Mt San Antonio College's ranking?
Mt San Antonio College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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