YOUR GUIDE TO LIVING IN ORANGE COUNTY

The following profiles of Orange County community colleges were developed to assist high school seniors planning to attend college in the fall. Growing requests by residents to attend colleges/universities in California has impacted on the University of California and the California State University system’s ability to accommodate prospective freshmen.

According to community college officials, senior high school students are being encouraged to attend two-year institutions before seeking admission to four-year colleges/universities. Increased enrollment (from 1986 to 1987) at community colleges is expected to continue into the next decade, officials said.

Previous enrollment declines were attributed to the 1983 tuition imposition, changes in programs due to funding cutbacks, increased number of students attending four-year institutions and the decline in the unemployment rate.

APPLYING TO COMMUNITY COLLEGES North Orange County Community College District Fullerton College 321 E. Chapman Ave. Fullerton, Calif. 92634 (714) 992-7568 Cypress College 9200 Valley View St. Cypress, 90630 (714) 826-9999 Description: Fullerton College, a publicly supported, coeducational community college accredited by the Western Assn. of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The college was first established as a department of Fullerton Union High School in 1913 and reorganized as a district junior college in 1922. Cypress College, a publicly supported coeducational junior college, located on 114 acres, accredited by WASC. In 1966 the institution received national attention as the “Instant Campus” because 19 temporary, modular buildings were erected in 74 days. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or proficiency certificate. Applicants younger than 18 must be approved and recommended by their high school principal. SAT and ACT tests not required. Placement tests given in math and English at Cypress College. Students attending Fullerton College are given a prerequisite skill evaluation. Application Deadline: None. College operates on a tri-semester basis and applications are accepted year-round. Cost: $5 per unit for California residents taking less than six units; six units or more, $50. Non-residents, $96 per unit. Additional Fees: Parking at Fullerton is $6 for six units or less; more than six units $10. Parking at Cypress Colleges is $15 for cars and $3.75 motorcycles per semester. Books and supplies extra. Degrees/Certificates Offered: Sixty associate degrees ranging from agriculture, art, communications, engineering, geography, foreign languages to philosophy. Approximately 70 certificate programs such as landscaping, horticulture, word processing and legal secretary. All courses are transferable to four-year universities/colleges. District officials estimate 3,000 students matriculate annually. Saddleback Community College District Irvine Valley Community College 5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine 92714 (714) 559-3219 Saddleback College 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo 92692 (714) 582-4555 Description: Irvine Valley Community College, a publicly supported coeducational junior college on 80 acres. The college opened in 1979 and is accredited by WASC. Saddleback College, a publicly supported coeducational junior college opened in 1968 using steel modules until permanent facilities were built. The college, located on a rolling 200-acre campus, is accredited by the WASC. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or proficiency certificate. SAT and ACT tests not required. Mandatory testing placement for all students taking English composition/writing. Recommended assessment/placement tests in mathematics. Application Deadline: Open admission policy operating on a tri-semester basis. Prospective students participating in Irvine Valley’s senior orientation program are eligible for early admission priority in the spring. Cost: California residents,$5 per unit up to six units; more than six units, $50. Non-residents, $88 per unit. Additional Expenses: At both campuses parking $20 per semester and a $3 material fee for computers per semester. Books and supplies extra. Degrees / Certificates Offered: Saddleback offers programs such as nursing, computer technology, graphics art/silk screening, fashion design, automotive technology, food catering and legal assistance. Irvine Valley students can choose from courses including chemical technology, laser technology, printed circuit technology, manufacturing technology, business management and drafting. Both colleges have an Emeritus Institute geared for adults 50 years and older, but open to all students. Coast Community College District Coastline Community College 11460 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley 92708 (714) 546-7600 Golden West Community College 15744 Golden West St., Huntington Beach (714) 895-8306 Orange Coast Community College 2701 Fairview Rd., Costa Mesa 92626 (714) 432-5772 Description: Coastline Community College, a coeducational, publicly supported college known as the “College Without Walls.” The institution, accredited by WASC, has centers in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Westminster and Huntington Beach, in addition to 75 other community-based locations in churches and schools. In 1976 the college opened with 18,534 students, the largest enrollment ever in the United States. Golden West Community College , a publicly supported, coeducational community college opened in 1966. The 122-acre facility is accredited by WASC. Orange Coast Community College , founded in 1947, a publicly supported, coeducational junior college with a 205-acre facility is WASC-accredited Requirements: Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or proficiency certificate. SAT and ACT tests not required. Assessment tests in English and math given. Presently, the district is developing a matriculation program. Application Deadline: Open admission policy operating on a tri-semester basis. Mail-in registration available. Students have until second week after semester begins to register. As of Jan. 29, 1988, Coastline Community College will offer telephone registration for continuing students. Automatic acceptance policy for those meeting basic requirements. Cost: As of Jan. 1, 1988, $5 per unit up to six units and $50 for six or more units for California residents. Out-of-state students, $91 per unit. Additional Expenses: Health services fee $7.50 per semester and $5 during summer session. Degrees/Certificates Offered: AA degree in art, general studies and liberal arts; 34 occupational certificates. At Coastline, students can earn a degree and certificate simultaneously. Courses offered range from real estate to travel careers, management supervision, legal assistance and 16 foreign languages. Other: Coast Community College District has 70 community-based sites in churches and local high schools, as well as area class centers in Newport Beach and Westminster. Coastline Community College offers 24 telecourses for college credit and a comprehensive 13-hour weekend college program for working students majoring business administration, management and accounting. Orange Coast College enrolls more than 25,000 students per year and offers 240 degree and certificate programs. The college also transfers more students to the UC and CSU school system than any other community college in Orange County. Academic and vocational courses range from art, ornamental horticulture, food service, early childhood development to photography, advertising/design and dental/medical assistance. In addition to general education courses, Golden West College offers 28 vocational programs such as floral design, transportation and distribution, nursing, engineering and administration of justice. Rancho Santiago Community College District Santa Ana Campus Seventeenth at Bristol St., Santa Ana, 92706 (714) 667-3020 Orange Campus 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, 92669 (714) 667-3167 Garden Grove Center 13162 Newhope St., Garden Grove, 92643 (714) 537-9260 Centennial Education Center 2900 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, 92704 (714) 667-3460 Orange Adult Learning Center 541 N. Lemon St., Orange, 92667 (714) 997-1610 Language and Assessment Center 1381 W. 17 St., Santa Ana, 92707 (714) 667-3400 Description: Formerly known as Santa Ana College, the public junior college was established in 1915. The WASC-accredited institution has six facilities. General education courses leading to an associate degree are taken at Santa Ana and Orange campuses, while specialized vocational training classes are offered in educational centers. Approximately 20,000 classes are offered each semester. Requirements: Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or proficiency certificate. High school and/or college transcript must be filed with admissions office. SAT and ACT tests not required. Mandatory assessment/placement (CEPT and CBAPT) tests for students enrolled in chemistry, mathematics and English. Writing samples required on first day of English class for proper placement. Application Deadline: For fall semester apply beginning April 1; for spring, Nov. 1; summer session, May 1. Cost: Students taking fewer than six credits $5; six or more units, $50. Non-residents $88 per credit. Additional Expenses: Supplies and books; parking during fall and spring sessions $14 per semester, summer parking $7; late drop course fee $10 per class, not to exceed $20 per semester. Degrees/Certificates Offered: AA and AS degrees available in 150 majors and certificates in 70 speciality areas such as computer graphic arts and Cad/Cam (computer assisted design and manufacturing). The college also serves as the fire training academy for Orange County. Other: Rancho Santiago College offers a special services program for international students. Faculty members nominate outstanding students with a 3.25 average or better to participate in honor seminars that provide three college credits. Clipboard researched by Rick VanderKnyff, Dan Crump, Nancy Reed, Henry Rivero, Deborrah Wilkinson / Los Angeles Times

COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT Credit enrollment for full and part-time students attending Orange County Community Colleges. Saddleback Community College District

Year Enrollment 1982 24,625 1983 23,382 1984 23,178 1985 23,810 1986 24,622 1987 25,379

Coastline Community College District

Year Enrollment 1982 63,234 1983 59,523 1984 53,490 1985 53,012 1986 51,787 1987 51,730

North Orange Community College District

Year Enrollment 1982 34,937 1983 33,744 1984 29,520 1985 29,443 1986 30,,655 1987 31,204

Rancho Santiago Community College District

Year Enrollment 1982 25,772 1983 22,587 1984 22,225 1985 20,843 1986 21,695 1987 21,006

Source: Individual schools