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.