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General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 006973
- Phone: (619) 239-0391
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
60%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
25:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$1,701Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Canada College
225 Cedar St, San Diego, CA
If you are looking for an affordable two-year community college with high academic standards that offers the flexibility that you need, Cañada College is the academic institution that you have been looking for.
Cañada College offers a diverse culture and helps students prepare for the modern workplace and the interconnected world that we live in. It is located in Redwood, California. The Bay Area is an excellent place to live and study. San Mateo Junior College developed a 25 year master plan and a $5.9 million bond was approved to build the college. This plan lead to Canada College being built in 1968 which was the result of a $12.8 million bond approved by voters in 1964.Cañada College is an affordable option for earning an Associate’s degree and is an excellent stepping stone to attending a four year college in the area. Tuition is $46 per unit for local residents and non-resident tuition is $208 per unit. Cañada College students who earn their AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed placement in the California State University system. Transfer students are giving junior standing at a four-year college.
Cañada College is currently helping many adults earn their degree. The college started the College for Working Adults in 2011. This is an outstanding way for working adults to earn a degree by attending class one evening a week and on Saturdays. Cañada College offers an Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) which help disadvantaged children succeed in college. Plus the college offers help with child care and meals for single parents.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Canada College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $1,300-$1,500
- Out-of-State: $8,900-$10,720
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $46-$55 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $270-$330 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 60% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 60% | $4,111 |
| Student Loans (Federal) | 1% | $6,822 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Canada College may provide services to students like:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Radiology Technician Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1971)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Canada College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
- Animation (A, C)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (A, C)
- Computer Graphics (C)
- Web Design (C)
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Medical Insurance Coding (C)
History
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (A, C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Economics (A)
- Political Science (A)
- Anthropology (A)
- Geography
Visual and Performing Arts
- Interior Design (A, C)
- Fashion Design (A, C)
- Music (A)
- Drama and Theatre Arts
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Canada College.
- Foothill College in Redondo Beach, CA (10 miles away)
- De Anza College in Cypress, CA (15 miles away)
- Chabot College in Ridgecrest, CA (16 miles away)
- Mission College in Oceanside, CA (16 miles away)
- Skyline College in Sacramento, CA (17 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 006973
- Phone: (619) 239-0391
- School Homepage