Santa Ana College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$4,700
Average Net Price
43%
Receive Aid
56%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Santa Ana College is $4,700 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$4,700

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$652
$30,001-48,000$589
$48,001-75,000$3,947
$75,001-110,000$6,672
$110,000+$5,963

Financial Aid

Santa Ana College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 43% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 56% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

43%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

56%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $1,180 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $9,460. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,580, which is 75% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,180

Out-of-State: $9,460

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,180
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,380

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,180
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$15,880

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,460
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,660

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,460
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,660

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,180
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$4,880

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$9,460
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,660

Cost Analysis

Analyze how SAC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Santa Ana College has decreased costs by $1,651, representing a 26.0% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,351

Current Year

$4,700

Change

$-1,651

Affordability & Value

Santa Ana College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid43%
Pell grant recipients56%
Student-faculty ratio31:1