Tuition & Fees
Estimated Expenses for Admission
A part of the international student admission process requires that F-1 visa applicants show sufficient funds to sponsor their education in the United States. For this reason, we require a bank certification letter to confirm the applicant has enough funds to cover the estimated expenses.
To receive a Form I-20, a minimum of $26,514 must be shown to cover the annual estimated expenses. This amount will vary from the fees shown above as it is an estimation. The amount of $26,514 is not paid directly to the school but is used to estimate the total expenses one can expect to spend while studying at Santiago Canyon College for one year.
Important:
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All F-1 international students must enroll full-time, or in at least 12 units for each fall and spring semester.
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Only 1 online class can count towards an F-1 student’s status.
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Students who applied and begin their program in the summer session must enroll full-time, or in at least 6 units for the summer session.
The costs outlined below apply to international students in F-1 status.
| COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAM 2025-2026 Based on one academic year (24 units) |
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| Non-Resident Tuition & Enrollment Fee | $472.00 per unit | $11,328 |
| Books and Supplies | one academic year | $900 |
| Health Center Fee | $23.00 per semester | $46 |
| Health Insurance | $1098 per semester | $2,196 |
| International Student Health Insurance (2024-2025) |
12-monthcoverage ($921.00 per 6-month) |
$1,842 |
| Student Life and Leadership Fee | $10.00 per semester (optional) | $20 |
| SCC Student Representation Fee | $2.00 per semester | $4 |
| Parking Fee | $30.00 per semester (optional) | $60 |
| Transportation Fee (semester bus pass) | $3.20 per semester | $6.40 |
| Living Expenses | approximation | $12,000 |
| TOTAL | $26,560.40 | |
Pay the $65.00 Application Fee
There is a $65.00 application fee for international students applying to Santiago Canyon College. Santiago Canyon College has partnered with PayMyTuition for international application payments. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your application fees from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple, and cost-effective.
If an applicant needs to defer their program start date, the first deferral does not require an application fee. Additional deferrals will require the applicant to pay a new $65.00 application fee.
Tuition Payment Options
A. Pay online using a debit/credit card
- Log online to Self-Service at www.sccollege.edu/selfservice
- On the menu, click “Financial Information” and then “Student Finance” and then “Make a Payment”.
- A receipt will be emailed upon completion. You can view or print the fees paid under “Account Activity”.
B. Make a payment from abroad using PayMyTuition
- PayMyTuition - Pay RSCCD Tuition Fees
- You can pay your tuition fees from any bank, in any country, in any currency at better than bank exchange rates.
- Details and assistance to using PayMyTuition can be found here: Making Payments From Abroad
C. Pay in-person by cash, card, check, or money order.
- You can pay in person at the Cashier’s Office located in the E-building. Room E-102.
Purchase a Parking Permit
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Students parking their car on-campus for the Fall, Spring, or Summer must purchase a parking permit.
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Use the following link to purchase your virtual parking permit: https://rsccd.thepermitportal.com; Have your License Plate number and vehicle information ready.
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Avoid getting a parking ticket by only parking in student parking. Visitor, reserved, and staff parking spots are enforced all year around.
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For full details and frequently asked questions, visit: RSCCD Student, Faculty and Staff Virtual Parking Permits – Available Now!
International Students Program
(714) 628-5050
international@sccollege.edu
A-203
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday: Office Closed