Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 369570
- Phone: (714) 628-4900
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
53%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
36:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,585Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Santiago Canyon College
8045 E Chapman, Orange, CA
History
Santiago Canyon College was originally the Orange Campus branch of the nearby Santa Ana College opened in 1985. Due to increased enrollment and demand the school changed its name in 1997 and became independent. Santiago Canyon College is became accredited in 2000 by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and operates as part of the Rancho Santiago Community College District. SCC is a 2 year institution offering vocational, transfer and associate programs to the community. The school has seen steady expansion since its inception, including new buildings and renovations.
Academics
Santiago Community College's goal is to provide a quality education to its students, to assist them in learning to think critically, and to provide them an environment with which to develop and grow as people. SCC offers a diverse selection of programs to suit the needs of students and also provides distance learning opportunities to further aid students.
Some programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at Santiago Canyon College must apply online, provide transcripts and take a placement exam. If the applicant has taken Math or English courses at the college level prior, he or she may submit transcripts to be exempt. Once the application is completed students must register online for their classes. Students pursuing financial aid must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and can further discuss possible aid rewards and tuition payments at the financial aid office on campus.
Extracurricular Activities
Santiago Canyon College offers students plenty of extracurricular activities, from clubs to sports, there is always something to capture the interest of students.
Some clubs on campus:
- Anthropological Society
- Chess Club
- French Club
- Philosophical Society
- S.A.F.A.R.I.
- Buddhists for Peace
The Santiago Canyon College Hawks participate in a number of sports through the California Community College Athletics Association.
Sports programs:
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Soft Ball
- Track and Field
- Golf
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Santiago Canyon College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,100-$1,300
- Out-of-State: $8,300-$9,965
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $46-$55 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $350-$420 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 53% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 52% | $4,560 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 1% | $3,067 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Santiago Canyon College may provide services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Day care
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Santiago Canyon College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Programming (C)
- Computer Science (A)
- Information Technology (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Electrician (C)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Recycling Technology (A, C)
- Survey Technology (A, C)
- Quality Control (C)
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (A)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Political Science (A)
- Economics (A)
- Anthropology (A)
- Geography (A)
- Social Science
Visual and Performing Arts
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Santiago Canyon College.
- Santa Ana College in El Monte, CA (6 miles away)
- Irvine Valley College in Santa Monica, CA (8 miles away)
- Fullerton College in Pasadena, CA (10 miles away)
- Orange Coast College in Fremont, CA (11 miles away)
- Cypress College in El Cajon, CA (14 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main California colleges & universities profile page
- Get a list of all community colleges in California
Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 369570
- Phone: (714) 628-4900
- School Homepage