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Discover SMC

At SMC, we offer a smarter kind of college education to make learning a fresh, exciting experience that’s relevant to you…and surprisingly affordable. For 33 years straight, we’ve led the nation in transfers to University of California (UC) campuses — including UC Berkeley and UCLA!

What Interests You?

Explore Areas of Interest at SMC to pursue your education and career goals.

View a list of all our programs.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

We offer a variety of financial aid and scholarships to help you reach your goals.

Learn more about the SMC Promise Program.

Study in California

International Students recognize SMC as one of the best community colleges in California and the nation.

Online Degrees

SMC offer's classes both on-campus & online. Check out our fully online degree options.

We Love SMC

#ProudToBeSMC

#1

In transfers to the UCs, UCLA, USC, & LMU for 33 years

200+

Degrees & Certificates

#1

In transfer of African American and Latinx students to UCs

$50MM

$50 Million in Financial Aid & Scholarships

Exercise your right to vote—at SMC!
Latinx/e Heritage Month
Best Film Schools in the US and Canada, 2024
New Mask Updates
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Events Happening at SMC

Oct 10
Fall College Fair

Fall College Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Main Campus
Oct 10
What is Government for? (And How the Heck is it Supposed to Do All That?)

What is Government for? (And How the Heck is it Supposed to Do All That?)

7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. SMC Student Services Center, Orientation Hall (S183)
Oct 12
Completing the UC Application

Completing the UC Application

9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Online

Proud to Be SMC