Santa Monica College: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3515 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #978 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #910 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #81 of 249 | In California |
| #1 of 3 | In Santa Monica |
| #5216 of 6,622 | For Sociology |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 23,164
- Male:Female Ratio
- 44:56
- Control
- Public
- Highest Degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Website
- www.smc.edu
Santa Monica College Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Santa Monica 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.
9,015 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
8,870 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
Admissions requirements
Santa Monica 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 | 9447 (41%) |
|---|---|
| White | 6067 (26%) |
| Black or African American | 2092 (9%) |
| Asian | 1972 (9%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 1685 (7%) |
| Two or more races | 1271 (5%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 576 (2%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 23 (0.1%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 15 (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
- $5,515
- Students receiving aid
- 64%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | |
|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $1,104 |
| Tuition in-state | $1,104 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $9,264 |
| Fee in-district | $52 |
| Fee in-state | $52 |
| Fee out-of-state | $52 |
Santa Monica College majors
Santa Monica College has granted 27 bachelor's degrees in Visual and Performing Arts, Other. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Santa Monica College.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | 1,606 | |
| Humanities & Humanistic Studies | 1,354 | |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 383 | |
| Business Administration and Management, General | 301 | |
| Psychology, General | 191 | |
| Political Science and Government, General | 140 | |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 135 | |
| Art & Art Studies, General | 88 | |
| Child Care Provider & Assistant | 77 | |
| Sociology, General | 67 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 63 | |
| Economics, General | 58 | |
| Accounting Technology & Technician and Bookkeeping | 51 | |
| Computer Science | 46 | |
| History, General | 42 | |
| Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement Administration | 40 | |
| Computer Programming & Programmer, General | 38 | |
| Cinematography and Film & Video Production | 36 | |
| Education & Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs | 33 | |
| Film & Cinema & Media Studies | 31 | |
| Graphic Design | 30 | |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 29 | |
| Anthropology, General | 27 | |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | 27 | |
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | 26 | |
| Mathematics, General | 25 | |
| Medical Administrative & Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | 21 | |
| Apparel and Textile Marketing Management | 17 | |
| Journalism | 17 | |
| Cosmetology & Cosmetologist, General | 15 | |
| Music, General | 15 | |
| Respiratory Care Therapy & Therapist | 15 | |
| Advertising | 12 | |
| Interior Design | 12 | |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | 11 | |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 11 | |
| Photographic and Film & Video Technology & Technician | 11 | |
| Fashion & Apparel Design | 10 | |
| Data Entry & Microcomputer Applications, General | 9 | |
| Women's Studies | 9 | |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General | 8 | |
| Office Management and Supervision | 7 | |
| Geography | 6 | |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 6 | |
| Sport and Fitness Administration & Management | 6 | |
| Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology & Technician | 5 | |
| Environmental Studies | 4 | |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | 3 | |
| International Relations and Affairs | 3 | |
| Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | 3 | |
| Architectural Technology & Technician | 2 | |
| Dance, General | 2 | |
| Ethnic Studies | 2 | |
| Pre-Engineering | 2 | |
| Prepress & Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design | 2 | |
| Radio and Television | 2 | |
| Selling Skills and Sales Operations | 2 | |
| Technical Theatre & Theatre Design and Technology | 2 | |
| Data Modeling & Warehousing and Database Administration | 1 | |
| Insurance | 1 | |
| Legal Administrative Assistant & Secretary | 1 | |
| Grand Total | 5,172 | 27 |
Santa Monica College has a graduation rate of 36%, which is among the 19% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 36% | 33% | 39% |
Publications & Citations
Santa Monica College has published 309 scientific papers with 4,781 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Biology, Sociology, Political Science, Law, Environmental Science, Psychology, Computer Science, and Philosophy.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 2 | 3 |
| 1993 | 3 | 15 |
| 1994 | 3 | 6 |
| 1995 | 1 | 14 |
| 1996 | 3 | 9 |
| 1997 | 1 | 13 |
| 1998 | 1 | 18 |
| 1999 | 4 | 11 |
| 2000 | 3 | 22 |
| 2001 | 7 | 16 |
| 2002 | 7 | 16 |
| 2003 | 4 | 28 |
| 2004 | 5 | 41 |
| 2005 | 2 | 29 |
| 2006 | 5 | 38 |
| 2007 | 5 | 50 |
| 2008 | 4 | 83 |
| 2009 | 9 | 73 |
| 2010 | 12 | 78 |
| 2011 | 7 | 96 |
| 2012 | 1 | 128 |
| 2013 | 12 | 129 |
| 2014 | 9 | 151 |
| 2015 | 11 | 166 |
| 2016 | 13 | 188 |
| 2017 | 14 | 210 |
| 2018 | 12 | 280 |
| 2019 | 11 | 332 |
| 2020 | 18 | 447 |
| 2021 | 18 | 455 |
| 2022 | 23 | 462 |
| 2023 | 14 | 505 |
| 2024 | 13 | 480 |
Santa Monica College alumni
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Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Occupations
- politicianautobiographertelevision actorpowerlifterbusinessperson
- Biography
-
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger is an Austrian and American actor, businessman, former politician, and former professional bodybuilder, known for his roles in high-profile action films. He served as the 38th governor of California from 2003 to 2011.
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Muhammad Ali
- Occupations
- boxer
- Biography
-
Muhammad Ali was an American professional boxer and social activist. A global cultural icon, widely known by the epithet, "the Greatest", he is frequently cited as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. He held the Ring magazine heavyweight title from 1964 to 1970, was the undisputed champion from 1974 to 1978, and was the WBA and Ring heavyweight champion from 1978 to 1979. In 1999, he was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the Sports Personality of the Century by the BBC.
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Sean Penn
- Enrolled in Santa Monica College
- Studied in 1920
- Occupations
- political activiststage actorfilm directorfilm produceractor
- Biography
-
Sean Justin Penn is an American actor and film director. He is known for his intense leading man roles in film. Over his career, he has earned numerous accolades including two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as nominations for three BAFTA Film Awards. Penn received an Honorary César in 2015.
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James Dean
- Enrolled in Santa Monica College
- Studied Pre-law
- Occupations
- actorfilm actorstage actorracing automobile drivertelevision actor
- Biography
-
James Byron Dean was an American actor. He became one of the most influential figures in Hollywood in the 1950s, despite a career that lasted only five years. His impact on cinema and popular culture was profound, even though he appeared in just three major films. These films include Rebel Without a Cause (1955), in which he portrayed a disillusioned and rebellious teenager, East of Eden (1955), which showcased his intense emotional range, and Giant (1956), a sprawling drama released a year after his death. These films have been preserved in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress for their "cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance". He was killed in a car accident at the age of 24 in 1955, leaving him a lasting symbol of rebellion, youthful defiance, and the restless spirit.
General info
| Alternative names | SMC |
|---|---|
| Total FTE staff | 1,190 |
| Carnegie classification | Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1900 Pico Blvd Santa Monica, California, 90405-1628 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 93,000 |
| Phone | 3104344000 |