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College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#336
Nationally
#41
In California
$1,104
In-State Tuition
per year
17,439
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#336 nationally
#41 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth83

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

College of the Canyons is a public two-year community college located in Santa Clarita, California. The college enrolls approximately 17,439 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,104 per year ($11,160 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,104/yr
In-State Fees$72/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$11,160/yr
Room & Board$938/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,114/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$12,170/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,104↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
17,439
Total Undergrads
45% F / 55% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 25%
Hispanic 52%
Black 5%
Asian 10%
Two or more 4%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $938/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationSanta Clarita, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#41
in California out of 7+ colleges
#336
nationally
Other Colleges in California
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.