Santiago Canyon College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: SCC

Orange, CA
(714) 628-4900
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✓ GI Bill approved · 153 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Santiago Canyon College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$1,164

Total Enrollment

11,897

Graduation Rate

47.6%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

2,423

Last reported year

How Santiago Canyon College Compares

Santiago Canyon College enrolls 11,897 — well above the typical trade-college range of a few hundred to a couple thousand. Tuition: $1,164. Net price after aid: $6,573. Retention: 71%. These headline numbers position the school as a regional anchor — stronger than smaller competitors on breadth, and worth comparing closely against peers of similar scale.

Where is Santiago Canyon College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Santiago Canyon College

811 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
364 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0103
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140 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 30.0101
139 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0201

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Enrollment

Santiago Canyon College enrolls 11,897 students. The student body is 63.5% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 71% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Santiago Canyon College maintains a 34:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing favorable opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 71% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Santiago Canyon College employs 124 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 34:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides good opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 7.3% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Santiago Canyon College offers programs in 25 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Humanities/Humanistic Studies, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In 2025, the college awarded 2,423 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Santiago Canyon College is $1,164 for in-state students and $9,612 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $6,573. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Santiago Canyon College achieves a 35.2% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 31% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
8045 E Chapman
Orange, CA, 92869-4512
Administrator
Jeannie G. Kim, PhD
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,164
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $9,612
Average Net Price $6,573

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 03695700
EIN: 952696799
IPEDS ID: 399212
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