Orange Coast College is one of the nation’s top transfer schools offering thousands of students opportunities to transfer to universities and private colleges within California and across the nation. OCC is the best choice for a quality education at an affordable price featuring exceptional facilities and the latest in technology. Students enjoy our vibrant campus life joining many of our student clubs, college and sporting events, and enrichment programs. Our 164-acre campus is located in the heart of Costa Mesa, just minutes from Southern California's beautiful beaches. Come join us!
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Explore a range of academic and career paths designed to fuel your curiosity and imagination. We offer more than 135 academic and career programs, and the opportunity to reach your educational goals. Find out which one is right for you! We have classes during fall, winter, spring, and summer and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Top In Transfers
Orange Coast College has a proven track record of getting students to the next level. OCC is #1 community college in Orange County for combined UC and CSU transfers — as well as transfers to prestigious private universities like USC and Pepperdine — OCC is the smart choice for students looking to move on to a four-year university.
At Coast, students have access to exclusive guaranteed transfer agreements and priority consideration with several colleges and universities, including UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, UCLA, Loyola Marymount, Chapman University, and more.
| Rank | Community College | CSU Transfers | UC Transfers | Total Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orange Coast College | 1001 | 479 | 1480 |
| 2 | Saddleback College | 725 | 443 | 1168 |
| 3 | Irvine Valley College | 441 | 704 | 1145 |
| 4 | Fullerton College | 938 | 183 | 1121 |
| 5 | Golden West College | 494 | 126 | 620 |
| 6 | Santiago Canyon College | 391 | 195 | 586 |
| 7 | Santa Ana College | 448 | 87 | 535 |
| 8 | Coastline Community College | 77 | 23 | 100 |
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Affordable
Compared to four-year schools, it's easy to see why Orange Coast College is always a smart choice - the College offers a quality education at an affordable price.
Cost Comparsion
Cost is based on tuition and fees based on 14 units per semester for an academic year.
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Real Stories, Real Students
Eric Wagaman and David Morgan both shared a passion for baseball, and their talents were honed while playing for the award-winning Orange Coast College baseball team. Now, Eric plays first base for the Miami Marlins, while David servers as a pitcher for the San Diego Padres.
Wagaman, OCC 2017 | Morgan, OCC 2021
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Melanie Zarzur started her educational journey at Orange Coast College as an international student from Brazil. After two years, she transferred to the University of Southern California to study civil engineering. When she graduated from USC during the pandemic, Melanie returned to OCC to pursue other passions. She quickly landed on a new program — Immersive Media. Now, Melanie is shaping realities as a Product Coordinator at Magnopus.
Melanie Zarzur / OCC 2024
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Jess Moffett found a love for passion when she rummaged through her mom’s closet to create the perfect outfit. She sharpened her skillset at Orange Coast College to make her mark in the fashion industry. Now, Jess is pursuing her passion for fashion as a Wardrobe Stylist at Boot Barn.
Jess Moffett / OCC 2018
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Edbert Nguyen developed his passion for cooking at a young age when he cooked alongside his Vietnamese mother. He attended Orange Coast College, one of the top culinary programs in the nation, to hone his culinary techniques. Now, Edbert is celebrating his Vietnamese heritage one dish at a time as an Assistant Kitchen Manager at Vox Kitchen.
Edbert Nguyen / OCC 2020
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Sarah Catania developed her passion for STEM as she tinkered with toys to learn how they worked. Following in her family’s footsteps, Sarah pursued engineering and enrolled in STEM classes at Orange Coast College. Now, Sarah is a Research and Development Engineer at Broadcom.
Sara Catania / OCC 2020
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At OCC, you'll find a vibrant campus life. The Associated Students of Orange Coast College (ASOCC) offers students the opportunity to be fully engaged on campus via student clubs and student government. Students have the option to join more than 50 student clubs, as well as various student government branches and 17 Honor Societies in various disciplines.
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