The main campus of SBBC Santa Maria is in Santa Maria, CA (a small city). The school is a private, for-profit school. SBBC Santa Maria offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to office and administration and security and law enforcement.
SBBC Santa Maria does not accept everyone who applies.
In 2007-2008, the school had 165 enrolled students. SBBC Santa Maria has a larger minority student population than most schools.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Santa Barbara Business College is committed to providing quaility, relevant career training that meets the needs of the communities we serve. Our primary goal is to provide the communiites we serve with the highest caliber employees possible, employees who are proficent, responsible, and accountable. The success of our students is our success. Our reputation is built by the quality of our graduates. We are successful because our students are successful in their chosen professions, applying the skills they learn here to the workplace. Our mission is to meet the demands of businesses"
More complete details are provided below.
Santa Barbara Business College Santa Maria
303 E Plaza Dr Ste 1
Santa Maria, CA 93454
General Phone: (805) 922-8256
http://sbbcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 52 | medical assistant, pharmacy tech |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 17 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 13 | licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Administration | 8 | medical office assistant |
| Office and Administration | 7 | business support services |
| Business and Management | 5 | business |
| Law | 1 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Therapy and Counseling | 0 | massage therapy |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 0 | athletic trainer |
Number of programs and degrees for SBBC Santa Maria in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 72 | 10 |
| Associate's degree | 31 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, SBBC Santa Maria had a total enrollment of 165 students (332 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 11% |
| Women | 89% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 32% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 56% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 30% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Santa Maria, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 74 | 36 | 49% | 36 | 100% |
| Men | 10 | 4 | 40% | 4 | 100% |
| Women | 64 | 32 | 50% | 32 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
SBBC Santa Maria participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2578000)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $54,290 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $54,290 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets SBBC Santa Maria Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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