Distinguished faculty from Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College provide students with rigorous academic classes to prepare them for transfer to four-year colleges and universities, basic skills attainment, or career technical training. Our newest campus, the Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP), opened in 2007 and offers courses from our two colleges with a focus on workforce development and career technical skills.
Saddleback College
Since its doors opened in 1968, Saddleback College’s dynamic campus and stimulating curriculum have upheld a tradition of success. The college, which is located in the south Orange County city of Mission Viejo, is one of the largest of California’s 114 community colleges and has a student population of approximately 25,000. With a renowned faculty, students can earn an associate degree or certificate in over 300 academic and career programs, or enroll in the Emeritus Institute and Community Education classes.
Irvine Valley College
Irvine Valley College (IVC) combines a small-college environment with more than 60 acres of modern facilities and equipment; dedicated staff; and an excellent faculty who combine knowledge and experience with a sincere commitment to learning. Since becoming an independent institution in 1985, IVC has seen its transfer rates and campus community flourish.
Student equity, inclusion, access, and success are central to Irvine Valley College’s identity. They offer clear and guided pathways to transfer opportunities, certificates, associate degrees, employment, and further education to a diverse and dynamic local and global economy. IVC fosters economic and workforce development through strategic partnerships with business, government, and educational networks.
Advanced Technology & Education Park
The City of Tustin conveyed 68 acres of prime Orange County real estate on the former Marine Corps Air Station - Tustin to build ATEP, a new educational campus with a technology focus. Currently administered by Irvine Valley College the campus offers career technical and advanced technology classes from both Saddleback College and IVC. Recent planning and approvals paved the way for the first major expansion to 28 acres. SOCCCD is actively pursuing educational and commercial partners to join in the innovative 68 acre development.