SBCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $1,240
- Out-of-State Tuition: $10,432
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at SBCC:
- Total Enrollment: 12,334, including 3,733 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 45.2% men, 54.8% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 34%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 25%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 65%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 149 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 13 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
SBCC Overview
Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Santa Barbara, CA. It is classified as small Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The SBCC's tuition & fees is $1,240 for California residents and $10,432 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 43% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,472.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,334 and the students to faculty ratio is 24 to 1 (4.17%).
Santa Barbara City College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Santa Barbara City College is $1,240 for in-state students and $10,432 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,246 for California residents and $10,684 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,240 | $10,432 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,246 | $10,684 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Santa Barbara City College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at SBCC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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