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- School Code: 890300
- Phone: (650) 306-3100
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60%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
26:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at College of the Canyons prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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College of the Canyons
4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City, CA
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.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of the Canyons has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 973 |
Associate's Degree | 27 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 366 |
Female | 634 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 3 |
Asian | 131 |
Black | 34 |
Hispanic | 454 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 2 |
White | 334 |
Multiple Races | 30 |
Non Resident Alien | 5 |
Unknown | 7 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at College of the Canyons, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
- Average Annual Salary: $73140
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants College of the Canyons accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, College of the Canyons may offer services like:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball