Trade and career programs at Santa Ana College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 206 | $35,142 | $42,662 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 172 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 106 | n/a | $57,369 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 101 | $40,182 | $47,971 | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 67 | $55,962 | $68,633 | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 53 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 51 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 27 | n/a | $66,935 | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 21 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 11 | n/a | $65,618 | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Santa Ana College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $1,188 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,063 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $7,224 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $7,080 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $6,932 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $7,538 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $11,259 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $48,917 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,500 in federal student loans.
- 18% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Santa Ana College cost?
Tuition and fees are $1,188 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $7,224 in 2024-25.
How much do Santa Ana College graduates earn?
Welding certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $55,962 one year after finishing.
Is Santa Ana College accredited?
Santa Ana College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- American College of Healthcare and Technology-Santa Ana, Santa Ana: $17,950 a year
- Santa Ana Beauty College, Santa Ana: $7,100 a year
- East Los Angeles College, Monterey Park: $1,238 a year
- Long Beach City College, Long Beach: $1,560 a year
- Fresno City College, Fresno: $1,334 a year
- Cerritos College, Norwalk: $1,364 a year
More: all trade schools in California · Santa Ana College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.