Campus Identity
Allan Hancock College is a public community college in Santa Maria, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 9 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 81/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Allan Hancock College is a public community college in Santa Maria, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 9 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 81/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
9 miles
Guadalupe, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
57°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
California
California
California
Beach Town
Guadalupe, CA
Ocean access within 8.8 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Santa Maria, CA
Station: SANTA MARIA PUBLIC Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $7,800 |
| Fees | $42 | $42 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $1,146 | $7,842 |
These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.
Calculate Your Net PriceFields of Study
111 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Allan Hancock College located?
Allan Hancock College is located in Santa Maria, CA. The main campus address is 800 South College Drive, Santa Maria, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Allan Hancock College?
For the 2023–24 academic year, Allan Hancock College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $7,800/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,842/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Allan Hancock College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Allan Hancock College the right fit for me?
Whether Allan Hancock College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,800/year out-of-state), campus culture in Santa Maria, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Allan Hancock College against similar schools side-by-side.
Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Allan Hancock College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Santa Maria, CA
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 57°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 81/100
- Nearest Airport
- Santa Maria, CA (SMX) · 4 mialso VBG (17 mi), SBP (24 mi)
Location
Santa Maria, CA