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Santa Barbara Business College
- 303 E Plaza Dr Ste 1
- Santa Maria, CA 93454
- OPEID College Code: 02578000
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- General Phone: (805) 922-8256
- Ceo: Dean Johnston
- Website: sbbcollege.edu

- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 165

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Santa Barbara Business College is committed to providing quaility, relevant career training that meets the needs of the communities we serve. Our primary goal is to provide the communiites we serve with the highest caliber employees possible, employees who are proficent, responsible, and accountable. The success of our students is our success. Our reputation is built by the quality of our graduates. We are successful because our students are successful in their chosen professions, applying the skills they learn here to the workplace. Our mission is to meet the demands of businesses
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
- Admission Fees Fall 2007
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 7 | 37 | 44 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 7 (100%) | 37 (100%) | 44 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1 (14%) | 11 (30%) | 12 (27%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 91% | 80% | 6% | 1% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,268 | $4,410 | $3,679 | $1,000 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.7% | 11.7% | 16.3% |
| Number in Default | 9 | 23 | 32 |
| Number in Repayment | 188 | 195 | 196 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Medical Office Assistant
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,780 | $12,640 | $12,355 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,208 | $984 | $868 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,224 | $6,930 | $6,636 |
| Other Expenses | $2,940 | $2,870 | $2,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,150 | $3,066 | $2,982 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $25,152 | $23,424 | $22,659 |
| Off Campus with Family | $18,138 | $16,690 | $16,205 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Office Assistant | $14,988 | 60 Credit Hours | 12 Months |
| Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Administration | $25,333 | 95 Credit Hours | 19 Months |
| Business Administration and Management | $27,256 | 102 Credit Hours | 19 Months |
| Medical Assistance | $26,765 | 92 Credit Hours | 16 Months |
| Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other | $13,927 | 52 Credit Hours | 10 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $16,024 | 61 Credit Hours | 12 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other | 11 | - |
| Business, Commerce | - | 10 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Athletic Training | - | - |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | - | - |
| Massage Therapy | - | - |
| Medical Assistance | 20 | 1 |
| Medical Office Assistant | 6 | - |
| Pharmacy Technician | 10 | 4 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | ||
| Legal Administrative Assistant | - | - |
| Legal Assistant, Paralegal | 1 | 3 |
| Security and Protective Services | ||
| Criminal Justice, Safety Studies | - | 15 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 165 Undergraduate: 165
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 19 Female: 146
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 19 Female: 146
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 165 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 165 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 6 | 4% |
| Black | 3 | 2% |
| Asian | 6 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 105 | 64% |
| White | 42 | 25% |
| Unknown | 3 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 28 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 26 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 49 | 30% |
| Ages 25-29 | 32 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 12 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 5 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 10 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 3 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Faculty Status | 26 | 5 | 21 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 26 | 5 | 21 |
| Primarily Instruction | 26 | 5 | 21 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 4 | - |
| Other Professionals | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3 | 3 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 3 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,600 (5) | $42,000 (1) | $37,750 (4) |
| Instructor | $38,600 (5) | $42,000 (1) | $37,750 (4) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $31,582 (5) | $34,364 (1) | $30,887 (4) |
| Instructor | $31,582 (5) | $34,364 (1) | $30,887 (4) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 70%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 52% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 36% |
| Female | 54% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 53% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 41% |
| Hispanic | 59% |
| White | 47% |
| Unknown | 50% |
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