South Orange County Community College District partners with ASU Online to offer students special tuition for bachelor’s degrees
New program helps break financial barriers and supports Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College students to complete their degrees online
Mission Viejo, CA — Students from Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College now have a new, more affordable path to earning bachelor’s degrees online, supported by a new partnership between the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) and Arizona State University.
Beginning this fall, eligible students and alumni can save 22% on tuition when they transfer to ASU Online through the California Community College Achievement Plan.
The opportunity is part of the university’s broader effort to increase access to higher education for students, including those at Saddleback and Irvine Valley Colleges. This seamless and affordable transfer pathway for California residents reduces financial barriers and supports students who need flexibility and options for an education that prepares them for the future. There are no income requirements to receive the tuition reduction.
“This collaboration opens new doors for our students, providing a seamless and affordable transfer pathway to one of the nation’s leading research universities,” said Dr. Julianna M. Barnes, SOCCCD Chancellor. “It reflects our commitment to preparing students for high-demand careers and ensuring that geography or finances are never a barrier to achieving their educational goals.”
The program is a promising opportunity to expand access to undergraduate degrees from a global research university, especially for place-bound students and those in regions without nearby higher education institutions.
ASU Online reimagines learning by providing students top-tier university resources and support from enrollment to graduation and beyond. Students can choose from 180+ undergraduate degrees — all taught by the same faculty using the same curriculum available on campuses.
ASU Online and SOCCCD serve thousands of California students and alumni, empowering them to succeed by preparing them to contribute to their local communities and the state’s workforce and economy in fields such as business, psychology, communication, nursing, graphic design, and fashion.
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About South Orange County Community College District
The South Orange County Community College District serves nearly 60,000 students annually at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo and Irvine Valley College in Irvine. The district is committed to student success through high-quality, accessible, and affordable education, preparing graduates to excel in their chosen careers or further their studies at four-year universities.