Campus Identity
Santa Barbara City College is a public community college in Santa Barbara, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 1 mile from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Santa Barbara City College is a public community college in Santa Barbara, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 1 mile from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
1 miles
Santa Barbara Beach, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
61°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
California
California
California
Beach Town
Santa Barbara Beach, CA
Ocean access within 1.0 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Santa Barbara, CA
Station: SANTA BARBARA · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $8,472 |
| Fees | $128 | $440 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $1,232 | $8,912 |
These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.
Calculate Your Net PriceFields of Study
123 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Santa Barbara City College located?
Santa Barbara City College is located in Santa Barbara, CA. The main campus address is 721 Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Santa Barbara City College?
For the 2023–24 academic year, Santa Barbara City College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $8,472/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,912/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Santa Barbara City College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Santa Barbara City College the right fit for me?
Whether Santa Barbara City College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,472/year out-of-state), campus culture in Santa Barbara, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Santa Barbara City College against similar schools side-by-side.
Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Santa Barbara City College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 61°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 76/100
- Nearest Airport
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA) · 8 mialso OXR (31 mi), NTD (38 mi)
Location
Santa Barbara, CA