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Santiago Canyon College 

Orange, California 

About the School

Santiago Canyon College (SCC) is a public community college in Orange, California, established in 1985 and part of the Rancho Santiago Community College District. It offers associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs that prepare students for continuation at four-year universities or entry into the workforce.

SCC provides a variety of academic disciplines with strong transfer outcomes and flexible learning options, serving a diverse student body and emphasizing affordable, high-quality education. 

Santiago Canyon College About

Campus Life

SCC’s suburban campus includes instructional buildings, labs, arts and performance spaces, athletic facilities, and outdoor areas that support learning and student interaction. Students can join events, cultural activities, and workshops that build community and engagement.

The campus atmosphere encourages involvement through clubs and leadership opportunities, reflecting its active and student-focused environment. SCC’s location in Orange provides access to local dining, parks, cultural venues, transit, and internship opportunities in the broader Southern California region. 

Santiago Canyon College Campus life

Student Life

Student life at Santiago Canyon College includes participation in student clubs, leadership organizations, and academic support initiatives that help learners connect and build practical skills. The college offers opportunities for civic engagement, cultural programming, and activities that enhance the overall student experience.

Career services and transfer advising support students in planning internships and future academic pathways, helping them transition successfully to four-year programs or into professional fields. 

Santiago Canyon College Student Life

Housing

Santiago Canyon College does not operate on-campus residence halls or dormitories. Students generally arrange off-campus housing in nearby communities such as Orange, Tustin, or Anaheim.

SCC provides housing support resources, including guidance on local rentals and homestay options for international learners. These arrangements allow students to live within commuting distance of campus while accessing academic resources and community amenities. 

Santiago Canyon College Housing

Costs

  • Approximate Annual Undergraduate Costs
  • $ 27,376
Tuition and Fees $ 11,544
Book and Supplies $ 900
Housing and Meals $ 12,000
Other $ 2,932

Degrees and Majors

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective Accounting professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights capital market dynamics, corporate governance, and complex auditing procedures. Engaging with the current research landscape of Accounting & Finance, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Anthropology, this program offers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Engaging with the current research landscape of Sociology, Social Science, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Art / Fine Art covers creative medium mastery, aesthetic theory, and collaborative artistic production. Blending theoretical insights with Fine Arts practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • ELS LEVEL*
    109

Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Astronomy, this track investigates theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Natural Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Biology, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Through a focus on Biology, Natural Sciences case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • ELS LEVEL*
    109

Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Biotechnology, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Biology, Natural Sciences, Information Technology / Computer Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective Business Administration professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cross-border market analysis, venture capital, and ethical management frameworks. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Business / Management industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Business Administration And Management and modern industry by focusing on entrepreneurial scaling, human capital management, and competitive positioning. Engaging with the current research landscape of Business / Management, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • ELS LEVEL*
    109

Note: Prospective Chemistry professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Chemistry, Natural Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • ELS LEVEL*
    109

Note: This program explores the intersection of Communication and modern industry by focusing on systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. By leveraging advanced tools common in Business / Management, Humanities settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • ELS LEVEL*
    109

Note: Prospective Communication Studies professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Business / Management, Humanities industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Computer / Information Sciences, this program offers scalable software architecture, full-stack development, and algorithmic optimization. Through a focus on Information Technology / Computer Sciences case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: A rigorous examination of Computer Science is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Blending theoretical insights with Information Technology / Computer Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective Early Childhood Education professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights curriculum design for diverse learners and modern classroom leadership strategies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Education industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Economics and modern industry by focusing on interpretative frameworks for understanding history, ethics, and human thought. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Economics, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Targeting high-level mastery in English, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Blending theoretical insights with Humanitites practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective Entrepreneurship professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cross-border market analysis, venture capital, and ethical management frameworks. Through a focus on Business / Management case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note:

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Geography covers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Natural Sciences, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Geology covers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Blending theoretical insights with Natural Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Graphic Design, this program offers creative medium mastery, aesthetic theory, and collaborative artistic production. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Fine Arts, Creative Industries, Film & Media Studies industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective History professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. By leveraging advanced tools common in Humanities, Social Sciences settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective Kinesiology professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights the physiological foundations of healthcare and advanced diagnostic methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Health / Medicine / Pharmaceutical, Natural Sciences, Biology industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Liberal Arts, this program offers scalable software architecture, full-stack development, and algorithmic optimization. Blending theoretical insights with Humanities, Humanities, Social Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: A rigorous examination of Management is provided through entrepreneurial scaling, human capital management, and competitive positioning. Engaging with the current research landscape of Business / Management, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Marketing covers strategic enterprise leadership, global logistics, and organizational behavior. Blending theoretical insights with Business / Management practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Mathematics, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Mathematics industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Modern Languages, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Blending theoretical insights with Humanities, Social Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: A rigorous examination of Nutrition And Dietetics is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Health / Medicine / Pharmaceutical industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Philosophy and modern industry by focusing on systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Through a focus on Humanities case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Physics, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Physics, Natural Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: A rigorous examination of Political Science is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Political Science, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Pre-Nursing and Allied Health Science and modern industry by focusing on public health informatics, medical ethics, and multidisciplinary care models. Engaging with the current research landscape of Health / Medicine / Pharmaceutical, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Psychology and modern industry by focusing on interpretative frameworks for understanding history, ethics, and human thought. By leveraging advanced tools common in Social Sciences settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Sociology, this program offers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Sociology, Social Science industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Built to address the complexities of Theatre Design, this program offers creative medium mastery, aesthetic theory, and collaborative artistic production. Engaging with the current research landscape of Performing Arts, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Tourism / Travel Marketing and modern industry by focusing on systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. By leveraging advanced tools common in Hospitality & Tourism, Business / Management settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: This program explores the intersection of Travel-Tourism Management and modern industry by focusing on systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Hospitality & Tourism, Business / Management industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: Prospective Water Resources Engineering professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights thermodynamic systems, industrial automation, and sustainable project management. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Engineering and Technology industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.0
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ELS LEVEL*
    109
  • IELTS*
    5.0
  • TOEFL IBT*
    500

Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Water Treatment Technology covers scalable software architecture, full-stack development, and algorithmic optimization. By leveraging advanced tools common in Agriculture, Architecture and Urban Planning, Environmental Science settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

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