C
Average
Score: 52/100

Allan Hancock College

2-Year Public
📍 Santa Maria, California 93454
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

11,104
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,701
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Allan Hancock College

27% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,943 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$639,298
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,379
1-Year Change
+5.5%
For parents & investors

The Allan Hancock College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $639,298
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,379/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 93455 (3.5% cap, Santa Maria)

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🏆 Where Allan Hancock College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
of 1 schools
#18
Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
of 31 schools
#25
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
of 60 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $8,952

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$6,701
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,829
$30,001 - $48,000$3,944
$48,001 - $75,000$6,312
$75,001 - $110,000$7,797

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 2,060 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 457 grads/yr Information Technology 363 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 126 grads/yr Psychology, General 125 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 115 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 94 grads/yr Mathematics, General 90 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 86 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 80 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 76 grads/yr Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician 72 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 70 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 68 grads/yr Human Services, General 67 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 60 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 60 grads/yr Sociology, General 57 grads/yr Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician 50 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 49 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Allan Hancock College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs

Student Demographics

11,104
Total Students
53%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 18%
Hispanic 71%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 74%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,943 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 65%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Allan Hancock College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Allan Hancock College?
Tuition at Allan Hancock College is $1,104 for in-state students and $8,952 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,701.
What is the graduation rate at Allan Hancock College?
The graduation rate at Allan Hancock College is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Allan Hancock College a good school?
Allan Hancock College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Allan Hancock College?
Allan Hancock College has a total enrollment of 11,104 students.
Is there rental demand near Allan Hancock College?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at Allan Hancock College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,943 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Santa Maria area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology