C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

College of the Canyons

2-Year Public
📍 Santa Clarita, California 91355
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
D
39/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

17,439
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,652
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near College of the Canyons

21% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,715 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$790,279
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,845
1-Year Change
+1.4%
For parents & investors

The College of the Canyons Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $790,279
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,845/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 91384 (3.5% cap, Castaic)

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🏆 Where College of the Canyons Ranks

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

#5
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
of 100 schools
#22
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
of 100 schools
#24
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
of 100 schools
#27
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
of 100 schools
#28
Social Sciences, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $11,160

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$4,652
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$1,104
$30,001 - $48,000$1,924
$48,001 - $75,000$3,334
$75,001 - $110,000$6,175
$110,001+$7,741

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,225 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 529 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 323 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 284 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 263 grads/yr Psychology, General 219 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 102 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 102 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 99 grads/yr Mathematics, General 92 grads/yr Economics, General 82 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 81 grads/yr Sociology, General 69 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 62 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 61 grads/yr Computer Science 54 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 53 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 53 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 51 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 49 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from College of the Canyons's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr 40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 15,400 jobs
Athletes and sports competitors
$62k/yr 19,100 jobs

Student Demographics

17,439
Total Students
45%
Women
48%
Traditional Age (18-24)
21%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 25%
Hispanic 52%
Black 5%
Asian 10%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 21%
With Family 79%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,715 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 30%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 48%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at College of the Canyons?
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 College of the Canyons?
Tuition at College of the Canyons is $1,104 for in-state students and $11,160 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,652.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Canyons?
The graduation rate at College of the Canyons is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is College of the Canyons a good school?
College of the Canyons has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend College of the Canyons?
College of the Canyons has a total enrollment of 17,439 students.
Is there rental demand near College of the Canyons?
Yes! Approximately 21% of students at College of the Canyons live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,715 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Santa Clarita area.

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