Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is consistently ranked among the top community colleges in the United States. While it does not have a global ranking due to its focus on two-year programs, it has earned national recognition for academic excellence, student success, and transfer rates to four-year universities.
In 2023, SBCC was ranked #1 in California by the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges and has been listed in the top 10 community colleges nationwide by the Aspen Institute multiple times. Its strong reputation stems from high graduation rates, innovative programs, and exceptional faculty.
