COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS (COC)

  • 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
  • Santa Clarita, CA 91355
  • OPEID College Code: 00890300
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  • General Phone: (661) 259-7800
  • Chancellor-President: Dianne G Van Hook
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Midsized Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 21,575
  • College Alias: COC
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College of the Canyons is a two-year community college offering associate's degrees in more than 60 programs, and professional certificates in more than 65 programs. Academic programs range from television, film and video production to video game animation, or biotechnology to child development studies, from paralegal studies to industrial manufacturing or theatre arts.

 

College of the Canyons has recently received funds to improve existing programs and expand into new areas. It will soon add more classrooms, labs and facilities at its new Canyon Country campus. It will also upgrade its technology at the existing Valencia Campus in Santa Clarita, California, and expand instruction in public safety and a variety of other high-demand professions.

 

History

The College of the Canyon was created in 1967, and it officially opened in temporary quarters in the local high school in 1969. In 1970, the college purchases 153 acres in Santa Clarita along the Interstate 5. Since that time, College of the Canyons has expanded from a small community college holding its classes in modular buildings, to one of the nation's fastest-growing community colleges. The college is currently undergoing the highest rate of construction on its campus since its first buildings were erected in the early 1970s.

 

Academics 

The academic calendar for College of the Canyons follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters. There is a winter "intersession" between the fall and spring semesters. There are several short sessions offered within the 10-week summer semester.

 

Colleges and Schools 

The academic units at College of the Canyons are divided into academic departments, rather than into colleges and schools. The academic departments are comprehensive, covering traditional disciplines and high-demand career areas such as fire technology, nursing or administration of justice.

 

Student Life

College of the Canyons has many student clubs and organizations available for participation on campus. Students that don't find a club that covers their interests among the nearly 100 existing clubs or organizations may establish their own club. 

 

Student services at College of the Canyons include: 

  • Admissions, Records, and Online Services
  • Adult Reentry
  • Assessment Center
  • Associated Student Government
  • Campus Safety
  • Career Center
  • Continuing Education
  • Cooperative Work Experience Education
  • Counseling
  • Disabled Students Program and Services
  • Extended Opportunities Program and Services
  • Financial Aid
  • International Students Program
  • Matriculation
  • Service Learning Program
  • Student Business Office / Cashier
  • Student Development
  • Student Health Center
  • Transfer Center
  • Veterans Affairs

 

Traditions 

The traditional school colors for College of the Canyons are yellow, black and white. The school mascot is the cougar, and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Canyons "Cougars."

 

Athletics

In addition to the option of studying sports medicine and strength and conditioning, the College of the Canyon "Cougars" athletes compete in several intercollegiate sports, including: 

 

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross County
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

 

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

 

Satellite Campuses 

In addition to its main Valencia Campus in Santa Clarita, College of the Canyons has a satellite Canyon Country campus, also in Santa Clarita.

 

Community Life

College of the Canyons offers many non-credit classes for the community. Current offerings include a series of classes on the issues of aging, a Federal and State Tax class, classes for English learners, and traffic school online. 

 

College of the Canyons offers a variety of resources to the community, including many events that serve locals. The college staff participates in workshops, forums and information sessions that provide valuable assistance. Community members are encouraged to visit the College of the Canyons events calendar for a list of events and resources.

 

Single Mothers Outreach through College of the Canyons empowers single parents and their children by providing support and resources to help families become self-sustaining.

 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
    Mission Statement
  • College of the Canyons is a learning-centered community college that provides academic education and workforce training at the lower division level, to all capable of profiting from instruction.

    The faculty and staff promote substantive personal growth and intellectual progress of learners, by combining time-proven concepts with the latest technological advances.
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Accreditation
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
  • Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
  • Undergraduate Classification
  • Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
  • Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
  • Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
  • Large Two-Year
 
 
 
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    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • Open Admission Policy
  • Accepts Any Student Who Applies
 
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
    Financial Aid Links and Information
  • Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 27%
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving6%19%27%1%
Avg Amount Receiving$4,308$3,161$806$1,096
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)12.1%12.5%7.2%
Number in Default242118
Number in Repayment197167247
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$826$640$640
In-State Tuition and Fees$826$640$640
Out of State Tuition and Fees$5,626$5,290$5,170
Books and Supplies$1,638$1,566$1,422
 
Housing Expenses
Off Campus
Room and Board$11,160$10,692$9,936
Other Expenses$3,672$3,546$3,348
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$3,654$3,546$3,330
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$2,464$2,206$2,062
In-State$2,464$2,206$2,062
Out of State$7,264$6,856$6,592
Off Campus
In-District$17,296$16,444$15,346
In-State$17,296$16,444$15,346
Out of State$22,096$21,094$19,876
Off Campus with Family
In-District$6,118$5,734$5,392
In-State$6,118$5,734$5,392
Out of State$10,918$10,384$9,922
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociate
Agriculture Operations
Landscaping and Groundskeeping--
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Administrative Assistant1810
Bookkeeping370
Business Administration26
E-Commerce--
Hospitality Administration and Management-6
Hotel Administration-1
International Business--
Real Estate11
Retailing and Retail Operations--
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing-2
Small Business Administration and Management418
 
Communication Technology
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects11
Photographic and Film Technology--
 
Communications and Journalism
Journalism--
Radio and Television-2
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Science-1
Computer Systems Networking38
Web and Digital Design--
 
Construction Trades
Building and Construction Site Management--
Home Construction and Inspection--
 
Education
Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs1-
Teacher Assistant--
 
Engineering
Engineering-1
 
Engineering Technology
Architectural Drafting Cad-1
Biomedical Technology2-
Manufacturing Technology-3
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting Cad--
Surveying Technology-1
Water Quality Abd Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technician-2
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature-30
Speech--
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Care1-
Child Care Provider224
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
French Language and Literature-1
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation-5
Spanish Language and Literature-1
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Athletic Training-1
Emergency Medical Technology--
Health Services--
Home Health Aide--
Nursing-144
Medical Assistant12-
Nursing Assistant--
 
History
History-17
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Biological and Physical Sciences-75
Interdisciplinary Studies, Other--
 
Legal Professions and Studies
Paralegal-2
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts2415
Humanistic Studies--
 
Library Science
Library Assistant51
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics-13
 
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Auto Mechanics Technology-1
 
Personal and Culinary Services
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts1-
Restaurant, Culinary and Catering Management--
 
Precision Production
Welding Technology-4
 
Psychology
Psychology-8
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Health and Physical Education-3
Parks and Recreation-1
 
Security and Protective Services
Police Science133
Fire-Fighting722
 
Social Sciences
Social Sciences-54
Sociology--
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Cinematography and Film16
Drama-1
Graphic Design14
Interior Design54
Music-2
Photography-4
Art Studies-14
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 21,575
  • Undergraduate: 21,575
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
  • Male: 12,536 Female: 9,039
  • Undergraduate Gender
  • Male: 12,536 Female: 9,039
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
  • Full-Time: 6,129 Part-Time: 15,446
  • Undergraduate Attendance
  • Full-Time: 6,129 Part-Time: 15,446
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1160.5%
American Indian--
Black--
Asian--
Hispanic--
White--
Unknown4102%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 181,3896%
Ages 18-194,98323%
Ages 20-212,86913%
Ages 22-242,23810%
Ages 25-292,10010%
Ages 30-341,5287%
Ages 35-391,6368%
Ages 40-493,22215%
Ages 50-651,5507%
Age Over 65600.3%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees943476467
Faculty Status650200450
Tenured Faculty152152-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service589164425
Primarily Instruction589164425
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial8080-
Other Professionals613625
Technical and/or Paraprofessional21319617
Clerical And Secretarial1059213
Skilled Crafts1616-
Service and/or Maintenance43421
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$87,871 (163)$89,975 (75)$86,079 (88)
Instructor$87,871 (163)$89,975 (75)$86,079 (88)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$105,424 (1)$105,424 (1)- (-)
Instructor$105,424 (1)$105,424 (1)- (-)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$87,862 (164)$89,926 (76)$86,079 (88)
Instructor$87,862 (164)$89,926 (76)$86,079 (88)
Overall Athletic Team Information
     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
     
    Participants
    All Athletes31421599
    Unduplicated Athletes29420193
    Baseball2929-
    Basketball241212
    Football8080-
    Golf1266
    Soccer432617
    Softball14-14
    Swimming and Diving352114
    Track and Field, Outdoor523418
    Track and Field, X-Country1376
    Volleyball12-12
     
    Coaches Salaries
    Head Coaches-$5,773$6,660
    Assistant Coaches-$1,684$1,708
     
    Coaches
    All Coaches704327
    Baseball66-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches55-
    Basketball743
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches532
    Football1313-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches1212-
    Golf523
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches312
    Soccer642
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches431
    Softball4-4
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches3-3
    Swimming and Diving532
    Head Coaches321
    Assistant Coaches211
    Track and Field, Outdoor1165
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches954
    Track and Field, X-Country1055
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches844
    Volleyball3-3
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches2-2
      Retention Rates
    • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 49%
    • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 27%
    Graduation Rates
     (%) of Entering Class
    Overall
    All Students25%
     
    By Gender
    Male21%
    Female29%
     
    By Race
    Non-Resident Alien71%
    Unknown31%
    Crime Statistics
     2007-082006-07
    Criminal Offenses
    On Campus
    Forcible Rape11
    Burglary32
    Vehicle Theft1-
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