Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, California | Public University | Established 1929
About us
Santa Monica College is a two-year community college accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, with more than​ 32,000 students and offerings in more than 80 fields of study. The leader among the state's 110 community colleges in transferring students to the University of California, University of Southern California and other four-year campuses. They prepare students for careers of the 21st century – in such fields as nursing, solar technology, new media, computer technology, early childhood education, business, graphic design and other occupations.
Set on a 38-acre main campus less than two miles from the beach and several nearby satellite campuses, Santa Monica College has everything today's student needs to succeed – computer labs, athletic facilities, performing and visual arts spaces, and active student clubs. Their state-of-the-art facilities have won numerous architectural and sustainability awards. Their award-winning faculty works closely with students to ensure their success, and they have numerous student services to help students meet their goals.
Their academic excellence and prime location in a vibrant urban area attract students from all over the world. Santa Monica College boasts one of the largest international student populations of any community college in the nation, with approximately 3,000 from more than 100 countries. Members of our community are invited to take advantage of a wealth of cultural and recreational offerings, including concerts, plays, art and photo shows, and lectures.
Continuing & Community Education program offers year round a broad range of classes – in such fields as computers, career enhancement, the arts, self development, and fitness. Their widely praised Emeritus College was founded in 1974 to serve people 55 and older by offering classes in downtown Santa Monica and conveniently located community facilities. SMC also brings the best of public radio to Southern California through the award winning college station KCRW (89.9 FM).
Courses
FilterFees
| Courses | Duration | 1st Year Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science - Administration of Justice - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Entertainment Promotion and Marketing Production | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Animation | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Anthropology - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Arts | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Art History - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Athletic Coaching | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Department Certificate - Automotive Technician | 1 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Department Certificate - Automotive Technician | 1 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Broadcast Sales and Management | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Broadcasting Programming and Production | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Business Administration - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Certificate of Achievement - Management/Leadership | 1 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Sales and Promotion | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Communication Studies - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Computer Business Applications | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Computer Programming | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Computer Science | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Cosmetology | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Dance | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate in Science - Database Applications Developer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Digital Media | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Early Intervention Assistant | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Early Childhood Associate Teacher | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Economics - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate in Science - Engineering | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Environmental Sciences | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Environmental Studies | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Ethnic Studies | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Fashion Design | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Fashion Merchandising | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Film Production | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Film Studies | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - General Science | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Geography - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Graphic Design | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - History - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Interior Architectural Design | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Journalism | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Kinesiology - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts - Arts & Humanities | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts - Social & Behavioral Science | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Mathematics - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Medical Administrative Assistant | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Music | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics -Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - General Office | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Legal Administrative Assistant | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Photography | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Political Science - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Psychology - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Social Justice Studies: Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Sociology - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Certificate of Achievement - Solar Photovoltaic Installation | 1 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Arts - Spanish - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Technical Theatre | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Theatre Arts - Transfer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate of Science - Web Programmer | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
| Associate in Arts - Women's Studies | 2 Year | USD 11,250 |
Admission Requirements
| Courses | Exams |
|---|---|
| Associate's Degree |
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| Certificate Course |
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