Santiago Canyon College

8045 E Chapman
Orange, CA 92869
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Santiago Canyon College (SCC) is a diverse learning community dedicated to intellectual and personal growth. Our purpose is to foster a learning environment that helps students develop knowledge and understanding, critical thinking, sound decision making, cultural awareness, effective communication skills, and a commitment to local and global citizenship. Santiago Canyon College offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes university transfer, associate degree and certificate programs. In addition, we provide community services, career education, continuing education, high school diploma program, basic skills development, and a range of support services for full and part-time students, including those with family and career responsibilities. At SCC, we encourage students to plan, implement, and evaluate their educational progress through meaningful reflection and interaction with both the college and community. Our mission is to educate students regarding College policies, procedures, services, and Online Records by providing clear and concise information. Since Admissions & Records staff members believe that service to students is our top priority, it is our goal to provide information within a supportive and positive atmosphere.

School Highlights

Santiago Canyon College serves 11,897 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 11,897 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,142
  • Out-state tuition: $7,944
  • Acceptance Rate: 25%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 43:1
  • Minority enrollment: 74%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Santiago Canyon College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 274 teachers has declined by 39% over five years.
Santiago Canyon College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
274 staff
72 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Santiago Canyon College has grown by 32% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 has increased from 26:1 over five years.
The Santiago Canyon College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,897 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
2,103 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
9,794 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
11,897 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,103 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,794 students
5,850 students
% Asian
9%
12%
% Hispanic
55%
46%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
26%
23%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
45%
42%

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $1,142 is less than the state average of $1,238. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,944 is more than the state average of $6,634. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,142
$1,238
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,944
$6,634
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
25%
81%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
BasketballSoccer
SoftballSwimming
TennisVolleyball
Water Polo

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
International Student Club

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Santiago Canyon College cost?
Santiago Canyon College's tuition is approximately $1,142 for In-State students and $7,944 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Santiago Canyon College?
The acceptance rate of Santiago Canyon College is 25%, which is lower than the state average of 81%.
What sports does Santiago Canyon College offer?
Santiago Canyon College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Water Polo.
What is Santiago Canyon College's ranking?
Santiago Canyon College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 11,897 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,142
  • Out-state tuition: $7,944
  • Acceptance Rate: 25%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 43:1
  • Minority enrollment: 74%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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The average community college acceptance rate in Orange County, CA is 66%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Orange County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.71, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Orange County, CA is FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising-Orange County. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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