Welcome to Santa Monica College, the #1 transfer college to UCLA, USC, LMU & the UC system.
Our events and resources below will help you as you begin your journey as an SMC student.
Upcoming Events
VIP Welcome
Date: TBD
Attending VIP Welcome is a great way for students to learn about SMC, meet other students and make valuable connections with SMC's diverse community and programs.
SMC Start Up
Join us for SMC Start Up! There will be free food, fun, a DJ and ways for students to get connected with each other, campus clubs and resources!
More Events
Midterm Motivation
It's Midterm Time! Come check out all the college resources available to support you! Take a mental health break and connect with friends. Free Food!
Open House
Get help enrolling in summer/fall classes and connect with student resources. Free lunch. Free Parking.
Fuel for Finals
June 5 - 8
Stop to get some fuel during finals week. Free breakfast, snacks, and lunch on all the campuses.
Missed one of our events?
Catch up with our videos!
Helpful Videos
Come explore your Area of Interest!
Not sure what you want to study? Let SMC help you explore your options to help you get on the right academic path. This video shows you how to use the Areas of Interest website to explore programs to earn degrees and certificates that will lead to your dream job!
SMC Promise Program
The Santa Monica College Promise (SMCP) program is a collection of services and benefits for first-time college students who just recently graduated from high school.
SMC Go
Get Connected. Get Informed.
Stay connected with SMC GO, the official app of Santa Monica College. SMC GO is more than a resource, it’s a journey, full of tips, videos, and ways to keep achieving. Begin with Start, then Manage your day, Connect to enrich your college experience, and GO towards your goals.
Download for FREE (standard carrier download rates apply)
Let's Get Social 🎉💙 #ProudToBeSMC
We want to here from you! Let's us know a little bit about yourself. Share photos, tag them with our SMC instagram sticker packs, and connect with us on social media!
Have questions?
Have some questions? Feel free to check out the FAQ webpage.
Need to connect with an SMC counselor? Here's how to contact us online.