Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $44,956
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $5,125
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 34:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $54/mo
Outcomes Overview
Santiago Canyon College graduates earn a median of $44,956 ten years after graduation, while carrying just $5,125 in debt. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 11% sits well below the national average for community colleges. Monthly loan payments of $54 represent only 1.4% of typical graduate income, making repayment manageable for most. The college's strong career programs in healthcare, business, and skilled trades help explain the solid employment rate of 83.1%. Many graduates transfer to four-year universities or enter Orange County's robust job market in healthcare support, manufacturing, and service industries. With minimal debt and decent earning potential in a high-cost region, Santiago Canyon delivers a strong return on investment.