Santa Monica College
- 4 Year
- SANTA MONICA, CA
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Santa Monica College
- 4 Year
- SANTA MONICA, CA
- Rating 3.9 out of 5 2,009 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade C
- Valuegrade C+
- Diversitygrade A
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade C+
- Party Scenegrade B minus
- Professorsgrade C+
- Locationgrade A+
- Dormsgrade unavailable
- Campus Foodgrade unavailable
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade A minus
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About
Santa Monica College Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Santa Monica Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
No data available
ACT Range
No data available
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
No data available
Early Decision/Early Action
No data available
Application Website
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- grade B
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Will You Get Into Santa Monica?
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Cost
Net Price
$6,006 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$5,489 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
57%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade C+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
29:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
73%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 224 responses36%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 228 responses62%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 228 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Liberal Arts and Humanities6,594 Graduates
- Natural Sciences404 Graduates
- Business320 Graduates
- Political Science and Government154 Graduates
- Child Care Provider153 Graduates
- Communications152 Graduates
- Psychology111 Graduates
- Accounting Technician and Bookkeeping78 Graduates
- Nursing55 Graduates
- Arts53 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
10
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
10
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
10,987 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
16,510
Undergrads Over 25
14%
Pell Grant
34%
Varsity Athletes
3%
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$33,000 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
29%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
82%
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SMC is a wonderful ccc for all! SMC contains great resources to achieve success as a student. The counselors are by far the best counselors I've ever dealt with. Without them, I would not have been ahead of the game--please utilize SMC resources, for they are nothing but a boost to accomplishments. The campus is beautiful too. Although my classes are all online, SMC has managed to provide an excellent experience. I advise taking your time deciding your path following SMC. It's okay to stay for more than 2 years in SMC; in fact, it might benefit staying. In terms of affordability--for what it offers: I, as a middle-income civilian, may say it is definitely worth the money. Please check out SMC Promise Program, it will save your pockets. I love SMC and hope nothing but the best for incoming students.
The atmosphere at Santa Monica College is one that always makes you feel welcomed and encouraged to succeed. I've met so many wonderful mentors, counselors, professors, and faculty that have supported me in my journey through school, and encouraged me throughout it. With so many leadership opportunities and different ways to get involved in student life, there's an individual experience to be had by each and every student. Safety of students and faculty, especially in light of the recent pandemic, has been at the forefront of administrators minds and highly influences decisions made on campus regarding students. Going to SMC has honestly prepared me for higher education and to be a leader. I believe education is a right, and SMC has made great efforts to make it equitable, and always seemingly trying to improve. As someone who has worked with faculty behind the scenes, I truly know that they care; they care about me, how I'm doing, and what lies in my future!
As a new student entering the college life during a global pandemic it's really hard to keep track of things like school and work. Santa Monica college has made it easy for me. They have resources such as QLines so you can get into contact with a councelor and they answer very quickly as well. You will run into staff who just sound like they don't want to be there but that's everywhere. My experience with one councelor made me feel very welcomes at SMC. They make sure all those resources are available to you virtually. I want to say it's been a great first couple of weeks enrolled as a student. Because of them, I won't be paying full enrollment because of their financial help. Love it so far!