Santa Monica College
- 2 Year
- SANTA MONICA, CA
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Santa Monica College
- 2 Year
- SANTA MONICA, CA
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 2,163 reviews
Report Card
- Professorsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Safetygrade B+
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Locationgrade A+
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About
Santa Monica College Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100%
SAT Range
No data available
ACT Range
No data available
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
No data available
High School GPA
No data available
Application Website
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- grade A minus
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- grade B
- grade C+
Cost
Net Price
$6,380 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$4,809 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
72%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
21:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
74%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 234 responses38%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 250 responses64%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 250 responsesClaim Your college Today!
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
- Liberal Arts and Humanities4,988 Graduates
- Natural Sciences405 Graduates
- Child Care Provider391 Graduates
- Business336 Graduates
- Political Science and Government219 Graduates
- Psychology207 Graduates
- Accounting Technician and Bookkeeping194 Graduates
- Communications175 Graduates
- Nursing106 Graduates
- Sociology79 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
25
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
14
Online Associates Programs
11
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
8,852 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
13,523
Undergrads Over 25
32%
Pell Grant
38%
Varsity Athletes
3%
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$33,000 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
32%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
82%
National
83%25%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 4 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Santa Monica College Reviews
Rating 3.94 out of 5 2,163 reviews
Santa Monica College was beautiful over all! The campus was such a beach school vibe. The outdoor campus made your school days great because there were different study spots available. Professors were amazing especially the communication professors! Counselors and professors were always willing to help. I would say the financial aid office could’ve been more accessible but either way, they always replied to emails quickly. Overall the student life was very diverse and open for everyone. So many clubs you can join to learn about different cultures as well. If you can go to SMC i’d definitely say it’s worth it !
I appreciate the opportunity to interact with students from all around the world, which enriches the learning environment. Additionally, having weekend and night classes available is beneficial for those with busy schedules. However, I do have some suggestions for improvement. Firstly, I believe there is a need to expand the Computer Science department beyond basic classes. Providing more advanced courses would better cater to the needs and interests of students passionate about this field. Furthermore, it would be beneficial for professors to be more responsive to student emails. It can be frustrating when inquiries are ignored, hindering effective communication and potential academic support. In terms of facilities, I wish the library had extended hours, especially during weekends. This would accommodate students who prefer to study in a quiet environment or need access to resources outside of regular hours.
One of the best parts about going to Santa Monica College are the professors when you find the right ones. RateMyProfessor usually never lets me down, and nearly all of my professors not only had great curriculums but they care about the students. It's also a really calm environment, and I never felt out of place. They could work on some more events at the school and personally, as an art student, introduce new major-focused classes and scholarship opportunities.