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San Diego Christian College

#639 in US ranking Santee, CA
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$38,392
Tuition & fees
$29,448
Avg. aid
$12,271
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
31%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
20%
Median salary
$39,268
1 yr after graduation

What is the history of San Diego Christian College?

San Diego Christian College is a private Christian college founded in 1970 as Christian Heritage College. Its early identity was shaped by an emphasis on biblical studies alongside liberal arts education; it later adopted the San Diego Christian College name.

The college moved from El Cajon to Santee in 2014. That relocation matters when comparing descriptions of its facilities: an older account of the El Cajon campus may not describe the Santee setting. Prospective students should also confirm the college's current operating status and available programs before relying on historical descriptions or enrollment figures.

What are the faculties and departments at San Diego Christian College?

San Diego Christian College has offered undergraduate study across liberal arts, professional fields, and Christian ministry, as well as graduate study. Fields represented in its academic reporting include business administration, psychology, communication, biblical studies, biology, and air transportation.

A field appearing in federal records is not necessarily a major currently accepting applicants. Applicants should check the current catalog for the precise degree title, delivery format, course sequence, and any requirements beyond general admission. This is particularly important for specialized programs such as aviation, where training costs and professional qualifications may extend beyond ordinary degree requirements.

What is the location of San Diego Christian College?

San Diego Christian College is associated with Santee, California, a suburban city in eastern San Diego County. Its location offers access to the wider San Diego region while making commuting arrangements relevant for students who live elsewhere in the county.

Students comparing campuses should confirm where their particular classes and services take place, especially if considering online or adult-focused study. San Diego International Airport is the region's principal airport, but routine travel to campus is more likely to depend on a car or local transit. First-year students have been permitted to register or park a car on campus; parking rules and charges should be checked separately.

What is the mission and vision of San Diego Christian College?

San Diego Christian College identifies as a Christian institution whose educational purpose connects academic study with biblical faith and service. That religious identity is relevant to students considering its curriculum and campus expectations, not just to those planning to major in ministry.

Applicants should read the college's current mission, statement of faith, and student conduct policies to understand how its beliefs apply in classrooms and student life. A stated mission describes institutional priorities; it does not, by itself, establish what every student's experience will be.

San Diego Christian College Profile - Basic Information

Name of the institution

San Diego Christian College

Level of institution

Four or more years

Control of institution

Private

Setting type

Suburb: Large

Institutional Category

Degree - granting, primarily baccalaureate or above

Institution size category

Under 1,000

School type

Comprehensive higher education institution

Main student body

Coeducational

Calendar system

Semesters

Foundation year

1970

San Diego Christian College Accreditation

San Diego Christian College is institutionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation confirms that the school meets quality standards and is required for students to receive federal financial aid.

San Diego Christian College Programs and Degrees

iconCertificate of at least 1 year, but less than 2 years
iconAssociate's degree
iconBachelor's degree
iconPostbaccalaureate certificate
iconMaster's degree

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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