College of the Canyons Tuition & Completion (2026)
College of the Canyons is a public community college in Santa Clarita, California, with about 15,832 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,702 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,166. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (52.0%) and White (25.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,166
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,702 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 15,832 33.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 44.79%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 51.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 49.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 27.4%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 31,717
- Room & Board: $22,086 annual estimate
College of the Canyons: what the data shows
Common questions about College of the Canyons, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is College of the Canyons?
College of the Canyons is located in Santa Clarita, CA (ZIP 91355-1899).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is College of the Canyons public or private?
College of the Canyons is a Public institution.
How much does College of the Canyons cost?
Published tuition: $1,166 in-state, $10,958 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,702.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $2,522 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,075 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $4,980 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $7,406 |
| $110,001+ | $9,240 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $4,664.
How big is College of the Canyons?
Total enrollment: 15,832 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 31,717 students.
About 34% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Canyons?
150%-time completion rate: 44.79%.
First-year retention: 70.1%.
What do graduates of College of the Canyons earn?
Median earnings: $37,697 six years after entry; $49,022 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,612.
18.48% of students receive Pell grants.
What is College of the Canyons known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (1,225 completions)
- Social Sciences, General (529 completions)
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General (323 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (284 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (263 completions)
- Psychology, General (219 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (102 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (102 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (99 completions)
- Mathematics, General (92 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is College of the Canyons a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 44.79%; median earnings $49,022 at 10 years; net price $3,702. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,166
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at College of the Canyons was $1,166.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,702
2024 Value
In 2024 College of the Canyons had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,702.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,808 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,702 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$4,664 4-Year In-State Tuition
$43,832 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,086 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,062 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,314 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$97,256 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for College of the Canyons.
Financial Aid by Income Level
18.48% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
1.07% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at College of the Canyons was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for College of the Canyons in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,154 | $5,450 | $5,954 |
| 2014 | $1,154 | $5,474 | $5,507 |
| 2015 | $1,154 | $1,154 | $5,924 |
| 2016 | $1,154 | $6,458 | $5,392 |
| 2017 | $1,154 | $6,458 | $5,596 |
| 2018 | $1,156 | $7,612 | $4,662 |
| 2019 | $1,156 | $7,804 | $4,088 |
| 2020 | $1,156 | $7,804 | $5,094 |
| 2021 | $1,146 | $8,682 | $3,251 |
| 2022 | $1,162 | $9,322 | $4,212 |
| 2023 | $1,176 | $11,232 | $2,114 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
College of the Canyons reported total enrollment of about 15,832 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (52.0%), White (25.7%), and Asian (8.7%). About 18.48% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 51.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
33.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at College of the Canyons in 2024 is 15,832 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 31,717 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 52.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.71% 100% Completion Time
44.79% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.71% of students graduating from College of the Canyons completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 38% male / 62% female
- Social Sciences, General: 33% male / 67% female
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General: 19% male / 81% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for College of the Canyons.
Return on Investment
$9,612 Median Student Debt
$49,022 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
19.61% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
3210.51% Return on Investment
2.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for College of the Canyons.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 81 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 1,225 completions
2. Social Sciences, General: 529 completions
3. Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General: 323 completions
4. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 284 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 263 completions
6. Psychology, General: 219 completions
7. Biological and Physical Sciences: 102 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 102 completions
9. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 99 completions
Most popular programs at College of the Canyons.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for College of the Canyons graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for College of the Canyons from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 27.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $13,560
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,379
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
College of the Canyons is a public institution located in Santa Clarita, CA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Social Sciences, General, Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General. Enrollment is approximately 15,832 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (52.0%), White (25.7%), Asian (8.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 44.79%. Approximately 18.48% of students receive Pell Grants. About 51.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Santa Clarita, CA 91355-1899
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 81 distinct degree programs, College of the Canyons provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of the Canyons located?
College of the Canyons is located in Santa Clarita, CA.
How much does College of the Canyons cost?
Reported tuition is $1,166 and average net price is $3,702 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,086 annually.
What is the student body demographics at College of the Canyons?
College of the Canyons reports undergraduate enrollment of about 31,717 students, Hispanic or Latino (52.0%), White (25.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend College of the Canyons?
About 51.5% of students at College of the Canyons are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of College of the Canyons earn?
Median earnings are $37,697 six years after entry and $49,022 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Canyons?
The 150%-time completion rate is 44.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do College of the Canyons students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,612.
Is College of the Canyons public or private?
College of the Canyons is a public institution located in Santa Clarita, CA.
Is College of the Canyons an HBCU?
No. College of the Canyons is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is College of the Canyons a tribal college?
No. College of the Canyons is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is College of the Canyons a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—College of the Canyons reports 52.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is College of the Canyons religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for College of the Canyons in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.