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College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, CA 2-Year Public
Acceptance Rate66%
Acceptance Rate66%

College of the Canyons Academics

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. College of the Canyons accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit. Additionally, College of the Canyons has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

College of the Canyons offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted Unknown
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: College of the Canyons may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At College of the Canyons?

College of the Canyons has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math true
Science true
Computer No

Reminder: Check with College of the Canyons directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at College of the Canyons

When choosing a major, College of the Canyons students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at College of the Canyons.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Double Majoring at College of the Canyons

College of the Canyons offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About College of the Canyons


Does College of the Canyons Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ College of the Canyons does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does College of the Canyons Offer Online Classes?

✅ College of the Canyons has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does College of the Canyons Give AP Credit?

✅ College of the Canyons offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does College of the Canyons Have An Honors Program?

✅ College of the Canyons offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College.

Does College of the Canyons Require Internships?

❌ College of the Canyons studets are not required to complete an internship.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While College of the Canyons does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.


Additional Information About College of the Canyons


College of the Canyons Library

The main library on campus is the College of the Canyons Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at College of the Canyons

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

College of the Canyons does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

Does College of the Canyons have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

College of the Canyons does not have any ROTC programs.

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

32,974

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

66%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$1,155

Out-of-State

$7,803

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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