Santa Monica College
| Motto | Challenge. Inspire. Empower. |
|---|---|
| Type | Public community college |
| Established | 1929 |
| President | Kathryn E. Jeffery |
| Students | Approximately 30,000[1] |
| Location | Santa Monica , California , United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Nickname | Corsairs |
| Mascot | Pico the Pirate |
| Website | www |
Santa Monica College (SMC) is a public community college located in Santa Monica, California. Founded in 1929, the college serves as an accessible, affordable gateway to higher education, offering associate degrees, career training, and extensive transfer programs. SMC is recognized for its high transfer rates to the University of California and California State University systems and other prestigious institutions.
History
[change | change source]Santa Monica College was established in 1929, starting as a small junior college. Over the decades, it has expanded its offerings and facilities to accommodate a growing student population. Today, SMC is one of the largest community colleges in California and is noted for its commitment to academic excellence and accessibility.
Academics
[change | change source]Santa Monica College offers over 90 areas of study across various disciplines, including arts, humanities, science, technology, and business. It is particularly renowned for its transfer programs, consistently ranking among the top community colleges for students transferring to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems.
Notable alumni
[change | change source]Santa Monica College has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Arnold Schwarzenegger – Actor, former Governor of California
- James Dean – Actor
- Sean Penn – Actor, filmmaker
- Dustin Hoffman – Actor
- David Geffen – Business magnate, philanthropist
- Randall Park – Actor, comedian
Related pages
[change | change source]References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Santa Monica College Facts and Figures". Santa Monica College. Retrieved 2024-10-30.