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 9,003 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 9,003 students
In-state tuition: $1,142
Out-state tuition: $7,944
Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
Minority enrollment: 63%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 9,003 students
In-state tuition: $1,142
Out-state tuition: $7,944
Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
Minority enrollment: 63%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Orange County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,060 per year for in-state students and $5,648 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
