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Santa Monica College Foundation
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Santa Monica College Students are a Great Investment
Your generosity directly translates into degrees, careers, and dreams achieved.
#1 in transfers to UCs, UCLA, USC, CSUs, and LMU for 33 years
24,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ majors
Proud to Be SMC
#1 in transfers among Black and Latinx students to UCs and CSUs
57% first-generation college students
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Donations to Santa Monica College Foundation are tax deductible.
SMC Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501c3 nonprofit organization, ID# 95-6047779.
SMC Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501c3 nonprofit organization, ID# 95-6047779.
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