College of the Canyons
About College of the Canyons
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
College of the Canyons teaches in Santa Clarita, north of Los Angeles, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The social sciences, kinesiology and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1969
Location
Santa Clarita, California
Students
15,832
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,166
Out-of-state: $10,958
Avg Net Price
$3,702
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$49,022
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
44.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.1%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
27.4%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Large
While 44.8% finish in 4 years, 70.1% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,166
In-State
$10,958
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,360
After Financial Aid
$3,702
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,522
Receive Grants
18.5%
Take Loans
1.1%
Tuition is $1,166/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,702.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at College of the Canyons fund their education.
While in School
18.5%
Get Grants
Free money
1.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,409
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,612
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$102/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,612, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends College of the Canyons.
Gender
44.3%
Female
56%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
15,832
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
40.9%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 51.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
15,832
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
College of the Canyons fields 11 varsity teams with 347 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
347
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
241
Men
106
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of College of the Canyonsearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,022
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
—
493 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
451 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$60K
298 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$42K
222 grads
4yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$64K
134 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
119 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $49K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.