Sacramento City College is an open-access, comprehensive community college, serving a diverse student population. We provide a wide range of educational opportunities and support services leading to transfer, career advancement, basic skills development, and personal enrichment. Through these efforts, we contribute to the intellectual, cultural, and economic vitality of the community.
School Highlights
Sacramento City College serves 20,829 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 20,829 students
In-state tuition: $1,104
Out-state tuition: $7,272
Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
Minority enrollment: 75%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Sacramento City College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 has decreased from 50:1 over five years.
The Sacramento City College diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,829 students
8,365 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
5,335 students
2,015 students
# Part-Time Students
15,494 students
6,350 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
20%
12%
% Hispanic
34%
47%
% Black
10%
6%
% White
25%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
6%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.70
College Completion Rate
21%
32%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,800
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,104 is less than the state average of $1,997. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,272 is more than the state average of $7,123. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,104
$1,997
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,272
$7,123
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,376
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,000
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Sacramento City College, part of the Los Rios Community College
District, provides educational opportunities for nearly 22,000
students at the college and its three outreach centers. Classes are
offered to California residents at a tremendous savings over
four-year colleges, universities, and trade schools. And SCC is a
leader in providing lower division programs that prepare students
for successful transfer. We also offer occupational programs that
meet the current needs of business and industry. With its many
redwood and pine trees, ivy-covered walkways, and mix of classic
and modern architecture, Sacramento City College has the look and
feel of a traditional university. The purpose of Sacramento City
College is to provide academic, training, and social opportunities
where critical thinking and critical skills are developed. The
college is responsive to the emerging educational needs of the
community. The college is a resource for the community, the
economic evolution of the community, and a portal to the global
marketplace. To implement its philosophical commitments and
purpose, the college provides a variety of programs, which include
General Education, Occupational Education, Developmental and Basic
Skills Education and Distance Education. Sacramento City College is
officially accredited by the Western Association of Schools and
Colleges. The University of California and all other accredited
colleges and universities give full credit for appropriate courses
completed at Sacramento City College.
No matter where you choose to go to college you'll have to take some kind of standardized test. The GRE is often required for graduate programs, but it may also benefit your community college application.
Education becomes more expensive with each passing year so it is important to make smart use of your student loans and to minimize your debt while you are in school whenever possible.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 20,829 students
In-state tuition: $1,104
Out-state tuition: $7,272
Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
Minority enrollment: 75%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
