College of the Canyons

Founded: 1969   Total Students: 20,850+

Overview

Opened in 1969, the College of the Canyons is part of the California Community College system that fostered a reputation for innovation, excellence, partnerships, and student success. 

College of the Canyons strives to give students with robust academic knowledge and the relevant, market-driven, technical skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing global workplace. Top-notch instructors and state-of-the-art facilities all help students learn effectively. The College ensures that students receive the support and services they need to succeed in their studies and prepare for their future careers.

The college has key partnerships with social service agencies, school districts and local businesses as part of its thrust towards innovation in teaching. Students that attend College of the Canyons benefit from the California 2+2 transfer path to a Bachelor's degree from the California University of their choice.

Located in a safe and beautiful master-planned community in Santa Clarita, California, about 30 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, the College champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and global responsibility, while providing clear pathways in an engaging, supportive environment to successfully achieve students' educational goals.

Programs Offered in College of the Canyons

  • Associate Degree

    • Highlights

    • More than 33,000 students per year at campuses in Valencia and Canyon Country 
    • On average, the Economic Development Division generates approximately $4 million per year to provide cutting-edge training for thousands of employees at numerous local companies
    • Has been awarded a $300,000 Perkins Reserve Innovation grant from the California Community College Chancellor’s Office to fund a network technology innovation and improvement project.
    • A fraction of the cost of private, California-based universities for the same number of units
    • With the 2+2 program, College of the Canyons students can study for two years before transferring to a four-year institution to complete two more years and graduate with a bachelor's degree from that institution
    • College of the Canyons is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC).

    Campus Detail

    Main Campus Address

    26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, California 91355, USA

    Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam

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