Santa Ana College
A good fit for students who want a large campus community and in-state California residents. graduation rate is below 40%. 100% freshman retention — students rarely leave.
About This School
Santa Ana College is a public institution located in Santa Ana, California with approximately 22,011 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $1,180 per year. The graduation rate is 32%, and the typical graduate earns $39,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Santa Ana College is a public community college in Santa Ana, California, United States.
This is a solid, affordable option for students looking to start locally — with a median debt of just $6,871 at graduation, you're taking on very little financial risk compared to most schools. That said, the 32% graduation rate is worth taking seriously; it signals that most students who start here don't finish, so you'll need to be intentional about staying on track. Worth considering if you have a clear plan — transfer goals, a specific program, or workforce training — rather than enrolling without direction.
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After Graduation
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (22,011 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
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