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Santa Monica College

Visual and Performing Arts, Other

Field of study · Santa Monica, California, United States

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Santa Monica
Intl. Tuition
US$11,664 (2026-27)
Home Tuition
US$1,156 (2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed)
Intake
Fall 2027

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Arts and design graduates build portfolio careers as practitioners, educators, creative directors and arts administrators, combining creative practice with commercial and community-facing work.

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Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Life in Santa Monica revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.

The University at a Glance

Undergraduate Population
21,440
Staff Ratio
27.0:1
International
7.9%

Career Prospects

Completion Rate
36%
finish their degree (not an employment rate)

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
US$11,664
per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Home Tuition
US$1,156
per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page

University Life

Urban

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
21,440
Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
Staff Ratio
27:1
Students per staff
International Students
8%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

Campus Type
Urban
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

Life in Santa Monica revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.

What Students Love

  • Beach lifestyle
  • Thriving student social scene
  • Parks & green spaces
  • Outdoor & nature activities

University Stats

Undergraduate Students21,440
Student-to-Staff Ratio27:1
International Students8%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Completion Rate
36%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Arts and design graduates build portfolio careers as practitioners, educators, creative directors and arts administrators, combining creative practice with commercial and community-facing work.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
US$11,664
per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Home Tuition
US$1,156
per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
US$46,656
For full 4 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)US$11,664per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)US$1,156per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page