SANTIAGO CANYON COLLEGE (SCC)

  • 8045 E Chapman
  • Orange, CA 92869
  • OPEID College Code: 03695700
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  • General Phone: (714) 628-4900
  • President: Juan Vazquez
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Midsized City
  • Student Enrollment: 12,698
  • College Alias: SCC
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Tuition and Fees
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History

Santiago Canyon College was originally the Orange Campus branch of the nearby Santa Ana College opened in 1985. Due to increased enrollment and demand the school changed its name in 1997 and became independent. Santiago Canyon College is became accredited in 2000 by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and operates as part of the Rancho Santiago Community College District. SCC is a 2 year institution offering vocational, transfer and associate programs to the community. The school has seen steady expansion since its inception, including new buildings and renovations.

 

Academics

Santiago Community College's goal is to provide a quality education to its students, to assist them in learning to think critically, and to provide them an environment with which to develop and grow as people. SCC offers a diverse selection of programs to suit the needs of students and also provides distance learning opportunities to further aid students.

 

Some programs offered include:

 

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at Santiago Canyon College must apply online, provide transcripts and take a placement exam. If the applicant has taken Math or English courses at the college level prior, he or she may submit transcripts to be exempt. Once the application is completed students must register online for their classes.  Students pursuing financial aid must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and can further discuss possible aid rewards and tuition payments at the financial aid office on campus.

 

Extracurricular Activities

Santiago Canyon College offers students plenty of extracurricular activities, from clubs to sports, there is always something to capture the interest of students.

 

Some clubs on campus:

  • Anthropological Society
  • Chess Club
  • French Club
  • Philosophical Society
  • S.A.F.A.R.I.
  • Buddhists for Peace

 

The Santiago Canyon College Hawks participate in a number of sports through the California Community College Athletics Association.

 

Sports programs:

  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Soft Ball
  • Track and Field
  • Golf
 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
  • Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
    Mission Statement
  • Santiago Canyon College (SCC) is a diverse learning community dedicated to intellectual and personal growth. Our purpose is to foster a learning environment that helps students develop knowledge and understanding, critical thinking, sound decision making, cultural awareness, effective communication skills, and a commitment to local and global citizenship.

    Santiago Canyon College offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes university transfer, associate degree and certificate programs. In addition, we provide community services, career education, continuing education, basic skills development, and a range of support services for full and part-time students, including those with family and career responsibilities. At SCC we encourage students to plan, implement, and evaluate their educational progress through meaningful reflection and interaction with both the college and community.
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Accreditation
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
  • Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
  • Undergraduate Classification
  • Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
  • Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
  • Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
  • Large Two-Year
 
 
 
Santiago Canyon College Campus Map
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    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • Open Admission Policy
  • Accepts Any Student Who Applies
 
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving4%13%24%-
Avg Amount Receiving$1,562$3,231$724-
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)5.4%8.8%8.5%
Number in Default2--
Number in Repayment3711-
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$652$508$508
In-State Tuition and Fees$652$508$508
Out of State Tuition and Fees$5,212$4,612$4,420
Books and Supplies$1,500$1,500$1,422
 
Housing Expenses
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,600$10,600$9,522
Other Expenses$3,400$3,400$3,254
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$3,400$3,400$3,254
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$2,152$2,008$1,930
In-State$2,152$2,008$1,930
Out of State$6,712$6,112$5,842
Off Campus
In-District$16,152$16,008$14,706
In-State$16,152$16,008$14,706
Out of State$20,712$20,112$18,618
Off Campus with Family
In-District$5,552$5,408$5,184
In-State$5,552$5,408$5,184
Out of State$10,112$9,512$9,096
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociate
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology-3
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Administrative Assistant--
Bookkeeping4-
Business Administration326
Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services, Other101
E-Commerce--
Office Management2-
Real Estate31
Retailing and Retail Operations--
Sales--
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing21
Small Business Administration and Management21
Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations--
 
Communications and Journalism
Advertising1-
Radio and Television7-
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Programming--
Computer Science-1
Information Technology-2
Web and Digital Design--
 
Construction Trades
Carpentry--
Construction Trades, Other83
Drywall Installation--
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation371
Electrician6-
 
Education
Teacher Assistant--
 
Engineering Technology
Engineering Technologies, Other10-
Mechanical Technology Technician7-
Quality Control Technology--
Surveying Technology1347
Water Quality Abd Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technician4816
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature-1
Speech-1
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Womens Studies--
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Care Provider31
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
American Sign Language1-
Foreign Languages and Literatures--
 
History
History-8
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Biological and Physical Sciences-13
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts-449
Humanistic Studies-22
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics-3
 
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology--
 
Personal and Culinary Services
Cosmetology561
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy-5
 
Physical Sciences
Chemistry-2
Geology and Earth Science--
Physics-2
 
Precision Production
Cabinetmaking and Millwork--
 
Psychology
Psychology-8
 
Social Sciences
Anthropology-3
Economics-2
Geography--
Political Science-7
Social Sciences-1
Sociology-2
 
Transportation and Materials Moving
Construction, Heavy Equipment Operation--
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Commercial and Advertising Art--
Graphic Design--
Art Studies--
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 12,698
  • Undergraduate: 12,698
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
  • Male: 8,157 Female: 4,541
  • Undergraduate Gender
  • Male: 8,157 Female: 4,541
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
  • Full-Time: 2,886 Part-Time: 9,812
  • Undergraduate Attendance
  • Full-Time: 2,886 Part-Time: 9,812
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien120.09%
American Indian--
Black--
Asian--
Hispanic--
White--
Unknown1,30510%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 182722%
Ages 18-192,94923%
Ages 20-212,12617%
Ages 22-241,68813%
Ages 25-291,66413%
Ages 30-341,0488%
Ages 35-397586%
Ages 40-491,28310%
Ages 50-657806%
Age Over 651150.9%
Age Unknown150.1%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees628258370
Faculty Status444105339
Tenured Faculty7474-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service444105339
Primarily Instruction444105339
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial16151
Other Professionals22-
Technical and/or Paraprofessional16613630
Clerical And Secretarial675314
Skilled Crafts33-
Service and/or Maintenance25232
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$88,561 (94)$90,745 (37)$87,144 (57)
Instructor$88,561 (94)$90,745 (37)$87,144 (57)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$101,807 (11)$103,268 (3)$101,259 (8)
Instructor$101,807 (11)$103,268 (3)$101,259 (8)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$88,010 (105)$90,276 (40)$86,615 (65)
Instructor$88,010 (105)$90,276 (40)$86,615 (65)
Overall Athletic Team Information
     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
     
    Participants
    All Athletes1487870
    Unduplicated Athletes1447668
    Golf1697
    Soccer573027
    Softball14-14
    Track and Field, Outdoor382513
    Track and Field, X-Country23149
     
    Coaches Salaries
    Head Coaches-$15,970$17,090
    Assistant Coaches-$3,417$3,150
     
    Coaches
    All Coaches251015
    Golf211
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches---
    Soccer945
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches734
    Softball3-3
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches2-2
    Track and Field, Outdoor633
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches422
    Track and Field, X-Country523
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches312
      Retention Rates
    • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 51%
    • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 18%
    Graduation Rates
     (%) of Entering Class
    Overall
    All Students30%
     
    By Gender
    Male28%
    Female32%
     
    By Race
    Unknown38%
    Crime Statistics
     2007-082006-07
    Arrests
    On Campus
    Liquor Related-1
     
    Criminal Offenses
    On Campus
    Burglary2-
    Arson3-
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