The Santa Monica College Catalog is the official source of information about SMC's academic programs, degrees, and certificates, along with course descriptions, admission requirements, financial aid information, college and academic policies, and student programs and services. The catalog is reviewed and updated annually.
Use the links in the left-hand column to go to a Catalog Section.
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Academics
Find out about requirements for Santa Monica College Degrees, along with how to develop a path for Transfer to Earn a Bachelor Degree at a four-year college or a university.
Academic and Career Paths
Learn about the many Degrees, Certifocates, and Transfer Preparation choices offered by SMC.
Special Programs and Support Services
Discover the wide array of programs and services — including financial aid and scholarships.
Find Important Details
Learn where things are located on SMC’s main and satellite campuses.
Who's who in the SMC Community.
Learn the details about how things work here at SMC.
College Disclaimer Notice
The Santa Monica Community College District has made every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy of this catalog at the time it was published. All catalog information is subject to change without notice. The District reserves the right to make changes to courses, programs, requirements, and other matters in response to student enrollment, level of financial support, or any other reason at the discretion of the Santa Monica Community College District administration. The District further reserves the right to add, amend, or repeal any of its rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, consistent with applicable laws.
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