Santa Monica College: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3364 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #943 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #874 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #78 of 249 | In California |
| #1 of 3 | In Santa Monica |
| #5251 of 6,639 | For Sociology |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 23,453
- 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.
9,306 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
8,360 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 | 9459 (40%) |
|---|---|
| White | 6321 (27%) |
| Black or African American | 2171 (9%) |
| Asian | 1887 (8%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 1739 (7%) |
| Two or more races | 1243 (5%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 579 (2%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 27 (0.1%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 11 (0%) |
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
- $5,540
- Students receiving aid
- 65%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | |
|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $1,104 |
| Tuition in-state | $1,104 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $10,656 |
| Fee in-district | $52 |
| Fee in-state | $52 |
| Fee out-of-state | $52 |
Santa Monica College majors
Santa Monica College has granted 16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities & Humanistic Studies | 2,535 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | 2,506 | |
| Business Administration and Management, General | 381 | |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 374 | |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 254 | |
| Psychology, General | 198 | |
| Art & Art Studies, General | 152 | |
| Political Science and Government, General | 124 | |
| Sociology, General | 80 | |
| Economics, General | 75 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 65 | |
| Child Care Provider & Assistant | 62 | |
| Accounting Technology & Technician and Bookkeeping | 59 | |
| History, General | 59 | |
| Cinematography and Film & Video Production | 57 | |
| Film & Cinema & Media Studies | 50 | |
| Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement Administration | 48 | |
| Computer Programming & Programmer, General | 45 | |
| Computer Science | 45 | |
| Graphic Design | 34 | |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 25 | |
| Anthropology, General | 24 | |
| Education & Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs | 22 | |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | 21 | |
| Interior Design | 21 | |
| Journalism | 21 | |
| Fashion & Apparel Design | 20 | |
| Mathematics, General | 20 | |
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | 18 | |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 17 | |
| Cosmetology & Cosmetologist, General | 16 | |
| Music, General | 16 | |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | 16 | |
| Advertising | 15 | |
| Apparel and Textile Marketing Management | 14 | |
| Medical Administrative & Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | 12 | |
| Office Management and Supervision | 12 | |
| Respiratory Care Therapy & Therapist | 11 | |
| Selling Skills and Sales Operations | 11 | |
| Photographic and Film & Video Technology & Technician | 10 | |
| Architectural Technology & Technician | 9 | |
| Data Entry & Microcomputer Applications, General | 9 | |
| Environmental Studies | 9 | |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General | 9 | |
| Geography | 9 | |
| Pre-Engineering | 8 | |
| Radio and Television | 8 | |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | 7 | |
| International Relations and Affairs | 7 | |
| Prepress & Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design | 7 | |
| Technical Theatre & Theatre Design and Technology | 6 | |
| Women's Studies | 6 | |
| Dance, General | 5 | |
| Data Modeling & Warehousing and Database Administration | 5 | |
| Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | 5 | |
| Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology & Technician | 3 | |
| Environmental Science | 2 | |
| Insurance | 2 | |
| Legal Administrative Assistant & Secretary | 2 | |
| Sport and Fitness Administration & Management | 2 | |
| Energy Systems Technology & Technician | 1 | |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 | |
| Grand Total | 7,651 | 16 |
Santa Monica College has a graduation rate of 36%, which is among the 18% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 36% | 33% | 40% |
Publications & Citations
Santa Monica College has published 330 scientific papers with 5,141 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Biology, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Psychology, and Philosophy.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 80 |
| 2011 | 7 | 96 |
| 2012 | 1 | 128 |
| 2013 | 12 | 129 |
| 2014 | 9 | 151 |
| 2015 | 11 | 164 |
| 2016 | 13 | 188 |
| 2017 | 14 | 210 |
| 2018 | 12 | 281 |
| 2019 | 11 | 333 |
| 2020 | 18 | 448 |
| 2021 | 18 | 454 |
| 2022 | 23 | 464 |
| 2023 | 14 | 504 |
| 2024 | 13 | 484 |
| 2025 | 26 | 463 |
Santa Monica College alumni
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Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Occupations
- entrepreneurtelevision directorfilm actorbodybuilderfilm director
- Biography
-
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger is an Austrian and American actor, businessman, 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 activist. A global cultural icon, widely known by the nickname "the Greatest", he is often regarded 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
- film directorfilm produceractorfilm actorscreenwriter
- Biography
-
Sean Justin Penn is an American actor and filmmaker. He is known for his intense leading man roles in film. His accolades include two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and nominations for three British Academy Film Awards, an Emmy Award, and a Grammy Award. He received the Honorary César in 2015 and the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award in 2022.
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James Dean
- Enrolled in Santa Monica College
- Studied Pre-law
- Occupations
- stage actorracing automobile drivertelevision actoractorfilm actor
- Biography
-
James Byron Dean was an American actor. He became one of the most influential figures in Hollywood in the 1950s, and his impact on cinema and popular culture was profound, although his career lasted only five years. He appeared in just three major films: 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. These 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 | 1,214 |
| Carnegie classification | Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1900 Pico Blvd Santa Monica, California, 90405-1628 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 93,000 |
| Phone | 3104344000 |