Established 1968 Campus Suburban, 200 acres Phone +1 949-582-4500 Number of students 26,305 | Administrative staff 294 (Classified) Mascot Gaucho President Tod A. Burnett Colors Gold, Cardinal | |
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Motto Dynamic. Innovative. Student-Centered. Academic staff 910 (Full-Time and Associate) Undergraduate tuition and fees Local tuition: 1,142 USD (2015), Domestic tuition: 5,702 USD (2015) Notable alumni Similar Irvine Valley College, Orange Coast College, Santiago Canyon College, Palomar College, Golden West College Profiles |
Saddleback College (commonly referred to as Saddleback) is a community college in Mission Viejo, California, United States. As a part of the California Community College system, Saddleback awards over 300 associate's degrees, academic certificates, and occupational skills awards in 190 programs. The college was established in 1968 and is the oldest and southern-most institution governed by the South Orange County Community College District. Saddleback College got its name from the slump (or Saddleback) between the twin peaks of Santiago Peak and Modjeska Peak in the Cleveland National Forest. As a center for higher education, Saddleback College’s mission is to enrich its students and the south Orange County community by providing a comprehensive array of high-quality courses and programs that foster student learning and success in the attainment of academic degrees and career technical certificates, transfer to four-year institutions, improvement of basic skills, and lifelong learning.
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- Academics
- Accreditation
- Campus and surroundings
- Associated Student Government
- Athletics
- On campus media outlets
- Notable alumni
- Notable faculty
- References
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Academics
Saddleback College is the largest member of the South Orange County Community College District, and offers educational opportunities and support services to a diverse and growing population in southern Orange County.
Saddleback College offers a wide range of programs that prepare students to evaluate and appreciate physical, cultural, and social environments. The college has a highly reputable science department including programs in Nursing, Physics, Environmental Studies, and Chemistry. Saddleback College awards associate degrees (A.A., A.S) and academic certificates (Occupational Skills Awards, Certificates of Achievement, and Certificates of Completion) in over 100 areas of study.
Not-for-credit Community Education classes are also available through Saddleback College.
Saddleback College provides a Veterans Education Transition Services (VETS) Center. The program is devoted to helping veterans transition from combat to the classroom. Veterans are given professional guidance on how to enroll at the college and register for classes. VETS supports transitioning combat veterans through an extensive network of care givers in the civilian community, government, and non-profit organizations.
Study abroad, cooperative work experience, and honors programs are also offered.
Accreditation
Saddleback College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) under the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. The associate degree nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, and the paramedic program is accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Emergency Medical Services Programs.
Campus and surroundings
Saddleback College is located in Mission Viejo, Orange County, California. The campus is situated just east of Interstate 5 around the major roads of Avery Parkway, Marguerite Parkway, and Crown Valley Parkway. Located several miles from the coast, the campus enjoys a mild, Mediterranean climate.
A notable site on the campus is the Saddleback College Veterans Memorial, which was officially completed in 2010. A dedication ceremony was held on April 29, 2010, and was attended by representatives for Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, lawmakers, active and former members of the armed services, college students and staff. This memorial stands as a symbol of sacrifice, freedom and honor on the Saddleback Campus.
The campus is also located next to the Mission Viejo Mall, as well as the Kaleidescope shopping center.
An on-campus bus terminal/transfer point for the Orange County Transportation Authority routes 82, 85, 91, and 191 is located on the north end of campus.
Associated Student Government
The campus is populated with many student clubs and organizations. The Associated Student Government (ASG) plans, organizes, promotes, sponsors and finances a comprehensive program of activities and services for all Saddleback College students. http://insider.foxnews.com/2016/09/10/campaign-controversies-university-has-tampons-mens-room-professor-tears-911-posters-anti
Within the Associated Student Government, the branch known as the Inter-Club Council manages various college clubs that have included the Model United Nations, the Chicano Latino Studies Student Association, College Democrats, College Republicans, Class Action, Students for a Free Tibet, Wilderness Adventure Club, and the Anime Club.
ASG is made up of three branches which are Inter-Club Council, the Associated Student Senate, Events Cabinet.
Athletics
Saddleback College is home to 19 intercollegiate athletic teams that compete in some of the most competitive community college conferences in the nation.
Involvement in these intercollegiate athletic teams is open to any Saddleback College student enrolled in 12 or more units (certain restrictions apply.)
The athletic programs are supported in part by the Associated Student Body at Saddleback College. Revenue generated from attendance at athletic events helps support the entire student activities program.