<p>I think Santa Monica College is a better option for you.</p>
<p>should I apply to Santa Monica and that would be it or try for another school. Like maybe Colorado State University?</p>
<p>You don’t apply to CA community colleges, you just register.</p>
<p>really, then what happends?</p>
<p>You register and begin classes. Classes, however, are hard to get because of budget cuts. Keep in mind also that out of state students pay much more per class, so talk to the school in advance if you qualify for Pell and/or want to take loans.</p>
<p>Should I try for one more normal college and apply for a total of 3?</p>