College of the Canyons is dedicated to enhancing our reputation as a leading two-year college, recognized locally, regionally and statewide for technical advancement, institutional effectiveness, student support, model academic and professional programs, excellence in teaching and learning, and the sense of community that we provide to our students and staff.
School Highlights
College of the Canyons serves 20,573 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 20,573 students
In-state tuition: $1,154
Out-state tuition: $5,474
Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
Minority enrollment: 67%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of College of the Canyons has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.
The College of the Canyons diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,573 students
7,900 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
6,078 students
1,661 students
# Part-Time Students
14,495 students
6,239 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
124 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6,078 students
1,646 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
14,495 students
6,288 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
12%
13%
% Hispanic
46%
45%
% Black
3%
5%
% White
33%
26%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
4%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
42%
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,900
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,154 is less than the state average of $1,993. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,474 is less than the state average of $7,120. The out-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,154
$1,993
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,474
$7,120
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,714
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
College of the Canyons is a learning-centered community college
that provides academic education and workforce training at the
lower division level, to all capable of profiting from instruction.
The college began in 1969 with only 800 students located on the
campus of Hart High School in Newhall. It now serves more than
17,000 students each term by providing high-quality academic and
technical programs including 1,528 class sections, 38 certificate
training programs, 55 disciplines/majors, and 34 computer labs.
Seventeen intercollegiate athletic programs, nine women's sports
and eight men's, provide opportunities to participate in athletics
for all who are interested. College of the Canyons is truly a
one-of-a-kind resource for the Santa Clarita Valley. It has
distinguished itself as one of the premier community colleges in
California and is recognized for its leadership in correlating
education with economic development, job retention and job
creation. It is noted for its high quality academics, excellent
facilities, faculty, staff, support systems and effective
management of resources. Innovative programs involving partnerships
with businesses, alliances with community members and other
educational institutions combined with a high-energy, on campus
environment have poised the college for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
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College of the Canyons's tuition is approximately $1,154 for In-State students and $5,474 for Out-State students.
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