The state-of-the-art campus sits on 72-acres right across from the beach. At SBCC, you can earn an associate degree, certificate or transfer to a 4-year college or university.

Our transfer admission guarantees allow students to transfer directly to top schools like UCSB, UCSC and UCD.

Choose from 244 degree and certificate programs and find the right pathway for you.

Our amazing student support services, faculty and staff will get you where you want to be. Become a Vaquero today!

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Application Deadline

Acceptance Rate

100%

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ACT Range

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SAT/ACT

High School GPA

Accepts Common App

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Cost

Net Price

$14,000 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$4,721 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

53%

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Professors

B minus

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

23:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

81%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 93 responses

51%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 96 responses

65%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 96 responses

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Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

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Mix of Online and on Campus
37%
On Campus
20%
Online
43%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

5,514 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

7,232

Undergrads Over 25

25%

Pell Grant

23%

Varsity Athletes

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What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 7 responses

Outgoing
57%
Helpful
29%
Average
14%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$36,800 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

52%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

82%

National

83%

Santa Barbara City College Reviews

1,006 reviews

Santa Barbara City College is an excellent school. The classes are engaging and the professors are especially helpful. I have loved all of my classes and professors. There are a variety of interesting courses and programs. The school offers something for everyone. SBCC is a great place to start your college education. In addition, the campus is absolutely gorgeous located right by the ocean!

I like the opportunity got to Work as an international student.
The atmosphere and connection with other students from all over the world brought life memories!
However, since it's a higher-rated college it's a little too pricy for international students.

The flexibility with my change in major and that my acc vas informative, and told me I would receive 3 associates that improved my cv.

As far back as I can remember, I have always wondered what my college experience would be like, what obstacles I would overcome and what I would learn overall. Little did I know it would be so much more than this. Santa Barbara City College is truly an amazing college filled with awesome students and faculty that will be leaving you with a heartwarming smile. And do not even get me started on the campus. A huge outdoor scenic view overlooks the Santa Barbara pier and leaves you gasping as you see how truly beautiful this city and campus is. I truly love this school and I’m glad I am a Vaquero!

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