College statistics
- Address:
- 721 Cliff Drive
Santa Barbara, CA
93109 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.sbcc.edu/
- Setting:
- City
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $1,104
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $58,926,926
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Lower Access, Medium Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Santa Barbara City College is a public two-year institution located in Santa Barbara, California, serving students from the local region and beyond. The college offers liberal arts and sciences coursework in a city setting, functioning as an accessible entry point to higher education and a pathway to four-year degree completion.
With an enrollment of 12,345 students, SBCC maintains a low cost of attendance for in-state students at $1,104 annually, while out-of-state students pay $9,768. This tuition structure makes the college an economical option for California residents seeking foundational coursework before transferring to a university.
As a community college, SBCC serves students seeking affordable general education, workforce training, and transfer pathways to bachelor's degree programs. The college works best for students testing their academic readiness, those managing financial constraints, or those exploring career directions before committing to a four-year institution. For more information about programs, support services, and transfer agreements, visit www.sbcc.edu/.