About SBCC
Santa Barbara City College is a comprehensive community college serving the south coast of Santa Barbara County. Established in 1909, SBCC is renowned as one of the leading two-year community college in California - and the nation. The college has a wide range of associate degree and certificate programs, as well as transfer programs that provide the first two years of study toward the baccalaureate degree. Students are attracted to SBCC by virtue of its outstanding faculty, small classes, state-of-the-art facilities and numerous student services.A Message from Superintendent/President, Dr. Andreea Serban:
Dear Students, Prospective Students, and Friends:
Welcome to Santa Barbara City College! We are committed to the success of each student and to providing access to outstanding and affordable higher education programs that foster lifelong learning. I invite you to explore and take advantage of the variety of learning opportunities offered by our premier college. Santa Barbara City College has a national reputation built on its focus on educational excellence and innovation. Whether you would like to train for a new job, earn a college degree, transfer to a four-year college or university, upgrade your existing skills or explore educational opportunities, Santa Barbara City College has courses and programs to meet your needs and interests.
At Santa Barbara City College, students are our top priority. Our talented and dedicated faculty and staff are looking forward to providing a wonderful academic environment to begin or continue your college career, restart your education or acquire skills to meet today's workplace needs.
Our vast array of support services, including counseling, career planning and job placement services, financial aid programs, and assistance for those with learning and/or physical disabilities, all help our students achieve their goals. Santa Barbara City College also offers on-campus child care, a health center, and a variety of tutorial programs. I encourage you to learn more about our college by exploring our website, or, better yet, visiting us in person. You can also apply and register online.
On behalf of all of us at Santa Barbara City College, I wish you great success and happiness in your future education and career accomplishments.
Sincerely,
Andreea M. Serban, Ph.D.
Superintendent/President
