Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 35.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,647
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 35:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 40.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $79,081 | $18,360 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $64,990 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $46,087 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $47,647 ten years after enrollment, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 23% with typical debt loads of $11,000. Monthly loan payments of $117 represent only 3% of post-graduation income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college serves as a launching pad for healthcare, business, and trade careers in Santa Barbara's tourism and tech economy. With 92.8% of graduates finding employment and relatively low debt burdens, students get solid preparation for four-year transfers or direct workforce entry. Only 3.28% of students take federal loans, reflecting the school's affordability mission. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused education.