We are fortunate to have so many amazing colleges in Orange County, California. Whether you choose to go into a college straight out of high school, or whether you’re attending as a transfer or continuing your education, Orange County has a great list of colleges that you can attend!

Here is a list of some of the colleges and universities located in Orange County, California:

• Anaheim University
• Brandman University
• California State University, Fullerton
• Chapman University
• Coastline College
• Concordia University at Irvine
• Cypress College
• Fullerton College
• Golden West College
• Hope International University
• Irvine Valley College
• Orange Coast College
• National University
• Pacific West College of Law
• Pepperdine University, Irvine
• Santiago Canyon College
• Santa Ana College
• Saddleback College
• Soka University of America
• University of California, Irvine
• University of Phoenix, La Palma
• University of Phoenix, Costa Mesa 
• University of La Verne
• University of Redlands
• Vanguard University
• Webster University
• Western State University College of Law
• Whittier Law School

This list is not exhaustive, but it covers some of the main institutions of higher education in the area.

I personally attended Santa Ana College and Santiago Canyon College – both of which are community colleges. This allowed me to work full-time and go to school at night.

I eventually transferred to Cal State Fullerton where I majored in business administration with an emphasis in entrepreneurship.

I loved having so many colleges near my home here in Orange County, and to this day, still continue to live in a “college town” near Old Towne Orange.

Originally published on February 4, 2023. Last Updated on February 4, 2023 by Pattie Cordova