Many recent high school graduates attend the college in order to transfer to universities after two years.

It is home to a community band that with over 100 members is one of the largest in the United States.

On August 20, 2007, Shasta College opened its doors to the new Health, Sciences & University Center in Downtown Redding.

The association is required by law to "encourage students to participate in the governance of the college".

The statewide Student Senate is authorized by law "to advocate before the Legislature and other state and local governmental entities".