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College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, CA·Public·www.canyons.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

College of the Canyons is a public community college in Santa Clarita, CA. The nearest beach is about 27 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

College of the Canyons is a public community college in Santa Clarita, CA. The nearest beach is about 27 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$42 fees
$8,640
Out-of-State Tuition
+$42 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

27 miles

Santa Monica Beach, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

62°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

37 mi away
50 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts
55 mi away
800 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearest Beach

Santa Monica Beach, CA

Ocean access within 26.9 miles

27 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Santa Clarita, CA

55°Jan55°Feb59°Mar61°Apr67°May72°Jun79°Jul80°Aug77°Sep69°Oct60°Nov53°Dec

Station: NEWHALL 5 NW · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

93/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety958697
95/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
86/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
97/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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.

Tuition
$1,104$8,640
Fees
$42$42
Total
$1,146$8,682
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

109 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
1,359 grads/yr$52,488
Social Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
493 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessAssociate's
451 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
298 grads/yr$60,290
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
222 grads/yr$42,174

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's93 grads$98,736
Mathematics
Associate's82 grads$73,088
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate17 grads$66,607
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's134 grads$64,025
Accounting and Related Services
Certificate156 grads$60,325
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's298 grads$60,290
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's78 grads$54,179
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate1,359 grads$52,488
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's93 grads$51,561
Sociology
Associate's69 grads$50,526

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 College of the Canyons located?

College of the Canyons is located in Santa Clarita, CA. The main campus address is 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend College of the Canyons?

For the 2023–24 academic year, College of the Canyons charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $8,640/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,682/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use College of the Canyons's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is College of the Canyons the right fit for me?

Whether College of the Canyons is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,640/year out-of-state), campus culture in Santa Clarita, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh College of the Canyons against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with College of the Canyons directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Santa Clarita, CA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 62°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
93/100
Nearest Airport
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) · 14 mialso BUR (18 mi), SMO (28 mi)

Location

Santa Clarita, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.