Saddleback College

Saddleback College Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community.

Located on a 200-acre hillside in Mission Viejo, California, students come to Saddleback College to soar academically, athletically, socially, and culturally in an inclusive, nurturing environment. Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals. ADA Notice:

It is the policy of the South Orange County Community College District to fully comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act Board Policy 5506. Consistent with that policy, disability accommodations will be provided as needed for program access, upon request. Please contact Ardith Lynch, Disabled Students and Program Services Coordinator via email at [email protected], by phone at (949) 582-4885, or by TTY/Videophone at (949) 582-4430 for needed accommodations or alternate formats.

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost, t...
09/11/2026

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the Saddleback College community gathered at the Veterans Memorial for a moment of silence and observance.

Saddleback College Police Chief Richard Nelson opened the ceremony, recognizing the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice that day, as well as those who serve our communities every day.

President Dr. Lonita Cordova, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, followed by sharing her personal reflections on resilience, honoring the memory of those we lost, and reminding us of the duty we carry to support one another.

They were joined by students from the Saddleback College EMT program, who are currently training to become the next generation of firefighters and paramedics.

We thank everyone who joined us today for this solemn remembrance.

Happy National College Colors Day! ❤💛Nobody reps Cardinal and Gold quite like our Bobcat student-athletes. As the fall s...
09/04/2026

Happy National College Colors Day! ❤💛

Nobody reps Cardinal and Gold quite like our Bobcat student-athletes. As the fall semester gets underway, our teams gearing up for competition across football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, and water polo.

Whether you're in the stands, in the classroom, or reping Saddleback gear out in the community, show your Bobcat pride today! 🐾

Want to support our student athletes from the stands? Visit Saddlebackbobcats.com to check out the Fall home schedule.

The Quad was buzzing for the first Club Rush of the semester! 🎪✨Hosted by ASG and the InterClub Council, Club Rush broug...
09/02/2026

The Quad was buzzing for the first Club Rush of the semester! 🎪✨

Hosted by ASG and the InterClub Council, Club Rush brought over a dozen of student organizations together to help Bobcats find their community on campus. Students spent the afternoon exploring tables, meeting student leaders, and filling up their Chow-Chella passports with stamps to score free drinks and snacks.

Swipe through to check out the booths for First-Gen Empowerment, Pre-Law Society, Tabletop Gaming, Humanitarian Club, Psychology, Rotaract, and more! 📸

📲 Missed the event and want to join a club? Copy this link to your browser, https://www.saddleback.edu/life-saddleback/student-clubs-organizations/clubs and view our full active student club directory.

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. Su***de prevention starts long before a crisis. Open conversations, shar...
09/01/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. Su***de prevention starts long before a crisis. Open conversations, shared resources, and visible awareness make a real difference.

As a Bobcat, you are part of a community that cares deeply about your well-being. Listed are some of the primary resources available to students at Saddleback:

🩺 Student Health & Wellness Center
Takes a holistic approach to health, supporting your physical, psychological, and social needs. Licensed psychologists and psychology interns are available to provide therapy and support. Call (949) 582-4606 or visit CC 177.

🏫 Counselors
Available to provide academic and career counseling to help guide your journey.

🛒 C.A.R.E. Corner
Our campus basic needs center, supporting students with food, clothing, wellness, and financial resources.

🚨 24/7 Crisis & Immediate Support
🔹 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 anytime (Deaf/Hard of Hearing: dial 711 then 988)
🔹 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
🔹 OC Links: Call (855) 625-4657
🔹 OC Warmline (Peer Support): Call (877) 910-9276

Explore resources anytime at saddleback.edu/student-support. 🐾❤️
***dePreventionMonth

Skip the long walk across campus and catch a lift on the Saddleback Campus Shuttle! 🚌💨Whether you're parking in Lot 1 or...
08/26/2026

Skip the long walk across campus and catch a lift on the Saddleback Campus Shuttle! 🚌💨

Whether you're parking in Lot 1 or heading down to the PE Complex, our campus shuttle is here to help you get to class on time.

🕒 Hours: Monday – Thursday | 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Shuttle Stops:
• Stop 1: Gateway Building, Health Sciences, BGS, College Center & Quad
• Stop 2: PE Complex
• Stop 3: Lot 1, Campus Police & Village
• Stop 4: Traffic Circle, Fine Arts Complex & LRC
• Stop 5: MCS Building & Lot 10
• Stop 6: LRC, Sciences Building & ATAS Building

👉 Swipe to the last two slides for maps showing exact stop locations!

🔗 Bookmark this link for access to all shuttle stops: https://bit.ly/ShuttleStops

What a first week on campus! 🎒✨Huge thanks to the Student Development Office and ASG for hosting an incredible Welcome W...
08/21/2026

What a first week on campus! 🎒✨

Huge thanks to the Student Development Office and ASG for hosting an incredible Welcome Week to kick off the Fall semester! 🐾

Here is how we spent Week 1:
⛺Welcome Tents: Friendly employees with snacks, water, and maps to help everyone find their classes
🍦 Chillin’ on the Quad: Sweet treats and live music by local artist Dazmin D’Leon
🤝Involvement Fair: Connecting with student-run clubs, campus resources, and internships
🎨 Messy Masterpieces: Custom tie-dye tote bags and bandanas
🎬 Outdoor Movie Night: Closing out Thursday night under the stars with 10 Things I Hate About You

If you missed out on the fun this week, be sure to check the calendar because there in another week of events and activities lined up!

Thank you to all the student leaders, staff, and faculty who made campus feel so welcoming. Welcome to Saddleback, Bobcats! ❤️💛

🎉For the second consecutive year, Saddleback College was named a Top Ten Community College in America by WalletHub, rank...
08/18/2026

🎉For the second consecutive year, Saddleback College was named a Top Ten Community College in America by WalletHub, ranking 6th in the nation and 1st in California. The ranking highlights the college’s strong academic programs, high graduation rates, and proven student outcomes.

For its national rankings, WalletHub analyzed 613 community colleges from the list of member institutions in the American Association of Community Colleges. The rankings were based on key measures including cost, quality of schooling, educational outcomes, career outcomes, and cost of attendance. 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

If you're ready to start your higher education journey, learn new skills, or start a new career, Saddleback is here for you! ❤💛

08/14/2026

Saddleback College President Dr. Lonita Cordova and ASG President Noah Aguilar are here to welcome you to the Fall 2026 semester! 🍂✨

Hit play to get the scoop on:
🎪 Welcome tents on campus
🎉 Big events happening next week
📱 How to stay in the loop all semester long

Drop a 🎒 in the comments if you're ready for day one!

Today, Saddleback College hosted "The Last Fling" on the Quad, bringing our faculty and staff together for lunch, games,...
08/05/2026

Today, Saddleback College hosted "The Last Fling" on the Quad, bringing our faculty and staff together for lunch, games, and relaxation before welcoming our students back for the fall semester.

The main event? Our Foundation dunk tank! Employees who signed up to donate to student scholarships earned a turn to send their colleagues into the water!

Leadership got in on the action too! Saddleback College President Dr. Lonita Cordova landed a direct hit to dunk VP of Administrative Services Rod Garcia, and South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) Chancellor Dr. Julianna M. Asperin Barnes successfully dunked SOCCCD Trustee T.J. Prendergast!

Thank you to everyone who participated today! It was a fantastic way to wrap up the summer, enjoy our beautiful campus together, and prepare to support our students in this new academic year.

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