Institution Type: Public co-educational community college for students aged 17 and over, with accommodation in a host family or rented apartments.
Annual Tuition (2026–2027): $11,544 USD (24 credits, including enrollment fee $46 and non-resident tuition $220 per credit); total costs with accommodation, insurance, and books — around $27,376 USD. For more detailed pricing, please contact our managers.
Santiago Canyon College was founded in 1971 and is located in the city of Orange, California, in Orange County. It is a community college specialising in vocational training programmes. It enrols around 12,000 credit students. The college offers associate degrees and academic preparation courses for transfer to four-year universities. Programmes in business, humanities, natural sciences, and art are particularly popular. Graduates earn an average of around $40,480 per year just a year after graduation.
The faculty focuses on building students' confidence. The college prides itself on its supportive environment: students receive individual support, which helps them stay motivated and achieve their goals. The college is accredited and is part of the Rancho Santiago Community College District. It is also known as one of the best in the region for transfer rates to universities.
Accommodation, Meals, and Pricing
Santiago Canyon College does not have its own residence halls and does not provide housing search services. Students find options in nearby areas on their own or participate in host family programmes through private agencies. Homestay usually includes a private bedroom, access to common areas, and meals. The cost of accommodation and meals depends on the chosen option and agency. The college provides a list of recommended agencies and housing search resources. Admission requires academic documents, proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or an internal test), and sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses.