About Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara City College is a comprehensive community college serving the south coast of Santa Barbara County. Established in 1909, SBCC has a wide range of associate degree and certificate programs, as well as transfer programs that provide the first two years of study toward the baccalaureate degree. Students are attracted to SBCC by virtue of its outstanding faculty, small classes, state-of-the-art facilities, student support services and incredible location.
There are many career and academic pathways at SBCC. These are groupings of similar degree and certificate programs. These pathways are designed to help students make steady progress towards their academic goals. Many of SBCC’s programs are offered fully online through the distance education. Free non-credit adult education classes are also offered.
Accreditation & Licensing
Santa Barbara City College is accredited by:
Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Postsecondary award, certificate or diploma of at least two but less than four academic yearsReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 18,903 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 35% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
34%Transfer Rate:
25%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$47,647Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$11,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
43%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$4,472Credit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Santa Barbara City College is located in California
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Top Majors in California:
Top Incentives in California:
- Cal Grant Program: Up to $12,570 annually
- Middle Class Scholarship: Up to 40% of tuition and fees
- Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan: Full tuition coverage
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