Santa Monica College

Santa Monica College (SMC) is a public community college located in Santa Monica, California. Founded in 1929, the college serves as an accessible, affordable gateway to higher education, offering associate degrees, career training, and extensive transfer programs. 

 History 
Santa Monica College was established in 1929, starting as a small junior college. Over the decades, it has expanded its offerings and facilities to accommodate a growing student population. Today, SMC is one of the largest community colleges in California and is noted for its commitment to academic excellence and accessibility.

 Academics 
Santa Monica College offers over 90 areas of study across various disciplines, including arts, humanities, science, technology, and business. It is particularly renowned for its transfer programs, consistently ranking among the top community colleges for students transferring to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems.

 Notable alumni 
Santa Monica College has produced many notable alumni, including:

 Arnold Schwarzenegger – Actor, former Governor of California
 James Dean – Actor
 Sean Penn – Actor, filmmaker
 Dustin Hoffman – Actor
 David Geffen – Business magnate, philanthropist
 Randall Park – Actor, comedian

 Related pages 

 California Community Colleges

 References 

 Other websites 

 Santa Monica College Official Website
 SMC Athletics
 Student Life at SMC

Category:1929 establishments in California
Category:California Community Colleges
Category:Santa Monica, California