Our Vision Santa Barbara City College strives to build a socially conscious community where knowledge and respect empower individuals to transform our world. Our Mission As a public community college dedicated to the success of each student . . . Santa Barbara City College welcomes all students. The College provides a diverse learning environment and opportunities for students to enrich their lives, advance their careers, complete certificates, earn associate degrees, and transfer to four-year institutions. The College is committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, respectful, participatory, and supportive community dedicated to the success of every student.