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USA, California
Type: College
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1909
Total Students: 13,611 +
Main Campus Address
721 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, United States
The Associate in Science in Data Science degree has two primary goals. First, it prepares students for an efficient transfer to a four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree. Second, it teaches new and returning students skills that are immediately valuable in the marketplace. The program is designed to provide a combination of core computing and statistical inference skills using data sets from a variety of disciplines. The core sequence covers data science foundational concepts, core programming practices and mathematical principles used in data science careers. Students can choose to focus on specialized areas including data structures and algorithms, advanced mathematics, database systems, geographical information systems, and research methods.
Associate Degree
5 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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aug 2025 | Closed | |
jan 2026 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
SBCC does not offer scholarships to the new international students, but once the student is enrolled, they can apply once a year in Spring. But the amount is very limited.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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