Santa Barbara City College
Established in 1909, Santa Barbara City College is renowned as one of the top ten community colleges in the nation — as awarded by the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program — and the only community college in California to make the prestigious list. Quality faculty, exceptional academic and career technical programs, comprehensive student services, and premier facilities create a thriving educational environment designed with one goal in mind — ensuring the success of every student. The 75-acre campus is uniquely situated overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Known to many as the American Riviera, Santa Barbara’s relaxed community provides an unmatched backdrop to an educational experience of a lifetime for its 20,000 students. We welcome you to come explore the possibilities at Santa Barbara City College.
Admissions
of Applicants Admitted
GPA
3Cost
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
- $814
- $6,134
- $4,338
- $1,638
Will I Like It
number of undergraduates
- Public
- Town
- No affiliation
- 53% Women
- 9% of students are from Out of State
- 32% of students are 25 or older
Academics
We help prepare you for your next venture --- whether it's completing a career technical education program, earning an associate's degree or transferring to earn a bachelor's degree.
With our 80+ degrees and 50+ career technical programs, you are sure to find what you're looking for at SBCC.
And, if you want to transfer to earn a bachelor's degree, we have great opportunities to help you along the way. Our Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) opportunities with 7 University of California campuses, California State University Channel Islands, and 1 private/independent college.
Areas of Study
Business & Economics
Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, General Business, International Business, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Tourism & Hospitality
Engineering
Computer Science, Other Engineering
Health & Medicine
Fitness, Nursing
Humanities
Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages, History, Liberal Arts, Writing
Journalism & Communication
Advertising, Communications, Debate & Speech, Public Relations, Publishing, Radio & TV
Music
Brass Instruments, Conducting, General Music & Theory, Keyboard Instruments, Percussion Instruments, Stringed Instruments, Voice & Opera, Woodwind Instruments
Performing Arts
Acting, Dance, Drama & Theatre, Film & Video, Screenwriting
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy, Religion
Politics & Law
Criminology, Law, Political Science & Government, Public Policy
Public Service
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement
Science & Math
Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Math, Meteorology, Physics
Social Sciences
Anthropology, Area & Cultural Studies, International Relations, Psychology, Sociology
Trades
Carpentry, Construction, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Diving Instructor, Mechanic
Visual Arts & Design
3-D Design, Animation, Art, Ceramics, Design, Digital Arts, Drawing, Fine Arts, Game & Interactive Media Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Interior Design, Multimedia, Painting, Photography, Sculpture
Extra Curriculars
Long Description
The Transfer Academy guides students through the process and courses needed to qualify for transfer admission guarantee (TAG) programs offered by the following universities:
UC: Santa Barbara, Davis, Irvine, Merced, Santa Cruz, San Diego, Riverside and receive priority consideration in admission to UCLA (upon completion of the Honors Program at SBCC)
Out of State Institutions: Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University
Private Schools: Antioch University, Brandman University
Our agreement with these campuses guarantees your admission to the university and potentially to the major of your choice.
Mailing Address
721 Cliff DriveSanta Barbara, CA 93109-2394
