College of the Canyons is part of the California Community College system, which is comprised of 114 colleges serving nearly 2.1 million students throughout the state.
Bachelor's programmes
Arts, Design & Architecture (19)
- Associate Degree Animation Production
- Associate Degree Architectural Drafting and Technology
- Associate Degree Art
- Associate Degree Computer Animation
- Associate Degree Fine Art Photography
- Associate Degree Graphic and Multimedia Design
- Associate Degree Interior Design
- Associate Degree Media Entertainment Arts - Filmmaking
- Associate Degree Music
- Associate Degree Music - Composition
- Associate Degree Music - Concert Performance
- Associate Degree Music - Guitar Performance
- Associate Degree Music - Jazz Performance
- Associate Degree Music - Voice Performance
- Associate Degree Studio Arts
- Associate Degree Technical Theatre
- Associate Degree Theatre
- Associate Degree Theatre Arts
- Associate Degree Theatre Performance
Humanities (15)
- Associate Degree American Sign Language Interpreting
- Associate Degree Art
- Associate Degree English
- Associate Degree French
- Associate Degree History
- Associate Degree History
- Associate Degree Interior Design
- Associate Degree Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Associate Degree Philosophy
- Associate Degree Spanish
- Associate Degree Studio Arts
- Associate Degree Technical Theatre
- Associate Degree Theatre
- Associate Degree Theatre Arts
- Associate Degree Theatre Performance
Business & Management (14)
- Associate Degree Accounting
- Associate Degree Accounting Technician
- Associate Degree Administration of Justice
- Associate Degree Business Administration
- Associate Degree Construction Management Technology
- Associate Degree Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
- Associate Degree Fire Service Management In-Service
- Associate Degree Hotel Management
- Associate Degree Human Resources Management
- Associate Degree Journalism
- Associate Degree Real Estate
- Associate Degree Recreation Management
- Associate Degree Restaurant Management
- Associate Degree Sociology
Engineering & Technology (13)
- Associate Degree Architectural Drafting and Technology
- Associate Degree Automotive Technology
- Associate Degree Biological Sciences
- Associate Degree Construction Management Technology
- Associate Degree Engineering
- Associate Degree Environmental Science
- Associate Degree Environmental Studies
- Associate Degree Fire Service Management In-Service
- Associate Degree Fire Technology Pre-Service
- Associate Degree Land Surveying
- Associate Degree Media Entertainment Arts - Sound Arts
- Associate Degree Water Systems Technology
- Associate Degree Welding Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (9)
- Associate Degree Accounting
- Associate Degree Biological Sciences
- Associate Degree Biology
- Associate Degree Environmental Science
- Associate Degree Geology
- Associate Degree Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Associate Degree Mathematics
- Associate Degree Paralegal Studies
- Associate Degree Physics
Social Sciences (8)
- Associate Degree Communication Studies
- Associate Degree Geography
- Associate Degree Geology
- Associate Degree Journalism
- Associate Degree Political Science
- Associate Degree Psychology
- Associate Degree Social Science
- Associate Degree Sociology
Computer Science & IT (7)
- Associate Degree Administrative Assistant
- Associate Degree Animation Production
- Associate Degree Computer Animation
- Associate Degree Computer Applications
- Associate Degree Computer Networking
- Associate Degree Computer Science
- Associate Degree Geography
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
- Associate Degree Environmental Science
- Associate Degree Environmental Studies
- Associate Degree Fire Service Management In-Service
- Associate Degree Fire Technology Pre-Service
- Associate Degree Geography
- Associate Degree Geology
- Associate Degree Water Systems Technology
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (7)
- Associate Degree Hotel Management
- Associate Degree Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Associate Degree Kinesiology
- Associate Degree Physical Education
- Associate Degree Recreation Management
- Associate Degree Restaurant Management
- Associate Degree Sports Medicine
Applied Sciences & Professions (5)
- Associate Degree Communication Studies
- Associate Degree Fire Technology Pre-Service
- Associate Degree Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Associate Degree Real Estate
- Associate Degree Sociology
Education & Training (5)
- Associate Degree Early Childhood Education
- Associate Degree Elementary Teacher Education
- Associate Degree Physical Education
- Associate Degree Psychology
- Associate Degree Sports Medicine
Law (5)
- Associate Degree Accounting
- Associate Degree Accounting Technician
- Associate Degree Administration of Justice
- Associate Degree Business Administration
- Associate Degree Paralegal Studies
Medicine & Health (5)
- Associate Degree Kinesiology
- Associate Degree Medical Laboratory Technician
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Associate Degree Psychology
- Associate Degree Sports Medicine
Journalism & Media (4)
- Associate Degree Journalism
- Associate Degree Media Entertainment Arts - Filmmaking
- Associate Degree Media Entertainment Arts - New Media Journalism
- Associate Degree Media Entertainment Arts - Sound Arts
About
History
College of the Canyons is a vital, enduring, cultural, educational, and economic force in the region. It boasts modern facilities, an outstanding and enthusiastic staff, innovative programs, and advanced technological solutions.
Education
The Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center allows students to earn bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from a collection of public and private universities, improving access to education by eliminating the need for residents to commute long distances to obtain advanced degrees. More than 40 degree programs are available through the University Center, which has seen approximately 3,000 students earn degrees since 2002.
Research
It is the mission of the Institutional Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness Office at College of the Canyons to provide access to quality data for planning and to assist departments with using data to inform decision-making processes.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
Services
Student services
The Student Business Office offers support for all of your billing, payment and refund needs.
Housing services
Any student or faculty, full or part time, who have concerns about students' accommodations who are enrolled in DSPS should contact the DSPS Office at (661) 362 - 3341, or visit us in Seco Hall 103 at your earliest convenience.
DSP&S provides accommodations to its students contingent upon documentation on the type of disability the student has. The purpose of accommodations is to provide "otherwise qualified" students with disabilities the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge in their studies. Below is a list that includes (but is not limited to) the accommodations provided at College of the Canyons.
Library services
The Library has a physical facility on each COC campus: Valencia and Canyon Country.
The Valencia Campus library holds the majority of the print and media collections. The facility also provides group study spaces and computer terminals.
The Canyon Country Campus library is a one-room facility that holds a small print and media collection and offers a half-dozen computer work stations for use.
Medical services
Students and their dependents have access to a low cost, voluntary group medical-surgical hospital insurance plan. Applications are available at the Student Health & Wellness Center or online at the Student Insurance Agency.
Student Life
Campus life
The college is located in Santa Clarita, Calif., about 30 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, and covers a 367-square-mile service area. It offers nearly 170 associate degree and certificate programs, and serves 32,000 students per year at campuses in Valencia and Canyon Country, as well as online.
Sports facilities
The Cougar Cage is a 3,000-seat gymnasium that is the home court of the men's and women's basketball teams and the volleyball team. The Cougar Cage also plays host to college meetings, summer camps and many other exciting events.
Student clubs
There are a variety of student clubs: cultural, religious, vocational, general interest, special needs, and scholastic. The Inter-Club Council (ICC) consists of representatives from each active club who share ideas and seek ways to better serve the College community.
Accreditation
College of the Canyons is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
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