Santa Ana College: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4506 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1250 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1175 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #105 of 249 | In California |
| #1 of 2 | In Santa Ana |
| #3185 of 4,872 | For Surgery |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 27,248
- Male:Female Ratio
- 58:42
- Control
- Public
- Highest Degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Website
- sac.edu
Santa Ana College Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Santa Ana College has an acceptance rate of 100% and is among the 23% of the easiest universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
5,399 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
8,579 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
Admissions requirements
Santa Ana College has an open admission policy (non-competitive). The only requirement is a certificate of attendance or a highschool diploma or a General Educational Development certificate.
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| Hispanic | 14604 (54%) |
|---|---|
| White | 5007 (18%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 4195 (15%) |
| Asian | 2147 (8%) |
| Two or more races | 617 (2%) |
| Black or African American | 404 (1%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 167 (0.6%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 62 (0.2%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 34 (0.1%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
- Average aid awarded
- $6,768
- Students receiving aid
- 93%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | |
|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $1,104 |
| Tuition in-state | $1,104 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $10,680 |
| Fee in-district | $76 |
| Fee in-state | $76 |
| Fee out-of-state | $76 |
Santa Ana College majors
Santa Ana College has granted 19 bachelor's degrees in Occupational Therapist Assistant. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Santa Ana College.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities & Humanistic Studies | 623 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | 393 | |
| Medical Administrative & Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | 172 | |
| Business Administration and Management, General | 169 | |
| Psychology, General | 165 | |
| Criminal Justice & Police Science | 103 | |
| Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement Administration | 86 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 86 | |
| Health Services & Allied Health & Health Sciences, General | 84 | |
| Fire Prevention and Safety Technology & Technician | 65 | |
| Medical & Clinical Assistant | 54 | |
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | 35 | 19 |
| Legal Assistant & Paralegal | 51 | |
| Sociology, General | 48 | |
| Mathematics, General | 38 | |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 36 | |
| Computer Science | 35 | |
| Child Care Provider & Assistant | 34 | |
| Accounting Technology & Technician and Bookkeeping | 29 | |
| Audiology & Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology & Pathologist | 29 | |
| Human Services, General | 28 | |
| Teacher Assistant & Aide | 26 | |
| Political Science and Government, General | 25 | |
| Art & Art Studies, General | 24 | |
| Automobile & Automotive Mechanics Technology & Technician | 24 | |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 23 | |
| History, General | 21 | |
| Economics, General | 19 | |
| Chemistry, General | 18 | |
| Physics, General | 16 | |
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 15 | |
| Pre-Engineering | 15 | |
| Pharmacy Technician & Assistant | 12 | |
| Radio and Television | 12 | |
| English Language and Literature, General | 11 | |
| Information Technology | 11 | |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 10 | |
| Apparel and Textiles, General | 9 | |
| Language Interpretation and Translation | 9 | |
| Prepress & Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design | 9 | |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 9 | |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | 8 | |
| Computer Graphics | 8 | |
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | 8 | |
| Journalism | 7 | |
| Library and Archives Assisting | 7 | |
| Welding Technology & Welder | 7 | |
| Drafting and Design Technology & Technician, General | 6 | |
| Legal Studies | 6 | |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education & Fitness, General | 6 | |
| Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD & CADD | 5 | |
| Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD & CADD | 5 | |
| Anthropology, General | 4 | |
| Electromechanical & Electromechanical Engineering Technology & Technician | 4 | |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General | 4 | |
| Machine Tool Technology & Machinist | 4 | |
| Philosophy | 4 | |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 4 | |
| Building & Construction Site Management & Manager | 3 | |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology & Technician | 3 | |
| International Business & Trade & Commerce | 3 | |
| Music, General | 3 | |
| Photography | 3 | |
| Biomedical Technology & Technician | 2 | |
| Dance, General | 2 | |
| Retail Management | 2 | |
| Communication, General | 1 | |
| Ethnic Studies | 1 | |
| Foreign Languages and Literatures, General | 1 | |
| Geography | 1 | |
| Grand Total | 2,803 | 19 |
Santa Ana College has a graduation rate of 31%, which is among the 12% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 31% | 25% | 36% |
Publications & Citations
Santa Ana College has published 237 scientific papers with 3,344 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Medicine, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Physics, Political Science, Surgery, and Law.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 7 | 33 |
| 1994 | 5 | 38 |
| 1995 | 5 | 24 |
| 1996 | 1 | 32 |
| 1997 | 3 | 45 |
| 1998 | 7 | 40 |
| 1999 | 4 | 57 |
| 2000 | 2 | 41 |
| 2001 | 0 | 33 |
| 2002 | 2 | 68 |
| 2003 | 5 | 41 |
| 2004 | 7 | 48 |
| 2005 | 6 | 52 |
| 2006 | 6 | 85 |
| 2007 | 4 | 74 |
| 2008 | 1 | 103 |
| 2009 | 3 | 80 |
| 2010 | 5 | 92 |
| 2011 | 0 | 101 |
| 2012 | 2 | 89 |
| 2013 | 7 | 97 |
| 2014 | 3 | 107 |
| 2015 | 6 | 74 |
| 2016 | 6 | 90 |
| 2017 | 2 | 87 |
| 2018 | 4 | 91 |
| 2019 | 1 | 118 |
| 2020 | 4 | 149 |
| 2021 | 6 | 160 |
| 2022 | 9 | 148 |
| 2023 | 3 | 152 |
| 2024 | 6 | 168 |
| 2025 | 2 | 112 |
Santa Ana College alumni
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Diane Keaton
- Occupations
- film actor
- Biography
-
Diane Keaton Hall was an American actress. Her career spanned more than five decades, during which she rose to prominence in the New Hollywood movement. She collaborated frequently with Woody Allen, appearing in eight of his films. Keaton's accolades include an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and two Golden Globe Awards, along with nominations for two Emmy Awards and a Tony Award. She was honored with the Film at Lincoln Center Gala Tribute in 2007 and the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2017.
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Steve Martin
- Occupations
- performing artistmusiciantelevision actoractorfilm producer
- Biography
-
Stephen Glenn Martin is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and musician. Known for his work in comedy films, television, and recording, he has received many accolades, including five Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award as well as nominations for eight Golden Globe Awards and two Tony Awards. Martin received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2005, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2007, the Honorary Academy Award in 2013 and an AFI Life Achievement Award in 2015. In 2004, Comedy Central ranked Martin at sixth place in a list of the 100 greatest stand-up comics.
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Robert David Hall
- Occupations
- actortelevision actorfilm actorpianistvoice actor
- Biography
-
Robert David Hall is an American actor, best known for his role as coroner Dr. Albert Robbins, M.D. on the television show CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
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Heath Bell
- Occupations
- baseball player
- Biography
-
Heath Justin Bell is an American former professional baseball relief pitcher. As a closer with the San Diego Padres from 2009 to 2011, Bell was a three-time All-Star and twice won the Rolaids Relief Man Award. He was also awarded the Delivery Man of the Year Award and The Sporting News Reliever of the Year Award.
General info
| Alternative names | SAC |
|---|---|
| Total FTE staff | 793 |
| Carnegie classification | Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1530 W. 17th Street Santa Ana, California, 92706-3398 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 310,000 |
| Phone | 7145646000 |