Santa Ana College
About Santa Ana College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Santa Ana College has taught in Orange County since 1915 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution in one of the most Latino cities in California. Business, criminal justice and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1915
Location
Santa Ana, California
Students
22,485
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,180
Out-of-state: $10,756
Avg Net Price
$3,133
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,552
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
6.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
32:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.1%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Large
The 30.9% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,180
In-State
$10,756
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,126
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,375
After Financial Aid
$3,133
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,970
Receive Grants
16%
Take Loans
0.7%
Tuition is $1,180/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,133.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Santa Ana College fund their education.
While in School
16%
Get Grants
Free money
0.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,576
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,871
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$73/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,871, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Santa Ana College.
Gender
39.7%
Female
60%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
22,485
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
69.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
51.4%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 69.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
22,485
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Santa Ana College fields 9 varsity teams with 310 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
310
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
68% / 32%
212
Men
98
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Santa Ana Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,552
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
831 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$30K
185 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$49K
163 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$29K
137 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$40K
119 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$98K
95 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.