- 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 15,443 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 15,443 students
- In-state tuition: $1,154
- Out-state tuition: $5,474
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
College of the Canyons ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 836 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
College of the Canyons
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
836 staff
294 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of College of the Canyons has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has decreased from 23:1 over five years.
The College of the Canyons diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
15,443 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
5,196 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
10,247 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
124 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,196 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,247 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
11%
13%
% Asian
6%
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
49%
46%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
28%
24%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4195%
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
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 $1,236. 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 $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,154
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,474
$6,547
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,714
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (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
How much does College of the Canyons cost?
College of the Canyons's tuition is approximately $1,154 for In-State students and $5,474 for Out-State students.
What is College of the Canyons's ranking?
College of the Canyons ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is College of the Canyons located?
College of the Canyons is located in the Valencia neighborhood of Santa Clarita, CA.
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