Located in Fullerton, California, Fullerton College offers 90 majors which can lead to degrees in both academic and vocational subjects, as well as 68 programs which lead to vocational certificates. The school has over 22,000 students currently enrolled and a full-time faculty of 315 instructors. Like many community colleges, Fullerton has flexible classes which can be taken during the day, evening, weekend or even online for certain courses. The college promotes the affordability of its programs with the average course costing only $60 plus applicable textbooks.
Located in Huntington Beach, Golden West College currently enrolls 13,000 students working towards degrees in sciences, arts, nursing, criminal justice, business, athletics and cosmetology. The college offers a popular university transfer program, and is known as one of the most beautiful campuses in Southern California, located on a 122-acre area of the coastal region. The school is also part of the Coast Community College District which has an extensive military program.
Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College offers over 300 associate degrees and certificates in 190 program areas. The school is known for its wide variety of advanced technology and applied science programs. The school offers programs in aviation, marine science and computer science. The college has an active student government and features over 50 on-campus clubs, 20 athletic teams and an eclectic arts scene. With over 500,000 alumni, the community college is an effective choice for obtaining an associate's degree or certificate, or to transfer to other colleges and universities.
Located in the center of Orange County, Rancho Santiago Community College is comprised of two campuses. The first, Santa Ana College, is one of the state's oldest community colleges, and the other, Santiago Canyon College, is one of its newest. The schools serve the communities of Anaheim Hills, Garden Grove, Irvine, Orange, Santa Ana, Tustin and Villa Park, and together offer over 300 subjects to choose from while working towards an associate degree or a vocational certificate.