Santiago Canyon College

Santiago Canyon College is a public two-year institution located in Orange, California, within a midsize city setting. The college enrolls 18,473 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 47.50 out of 100. Its completion rate is 47% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 72% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers a broad range of career and technical education programs, including Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General; Electrician; Carpentry/Carpenter; Cabinetmaking and Millwork; Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician; Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician; Biomedical Technology/Technician; Surveying Technology/Surveying; Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician; and Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. These are available at the certificate level across multiple credential lengths.

Located in Orange in Southern California's Orange County, Santiago Canyon College serves a large and diverse student population. Its wide array of technical and vocational programs makes it a substantial resource for students pursuing skilled trades and technical careers in the region.