Citrus College Athletics

Citrus College competes as an independent in junior college athletics, fielding 16 varsity sports teams. The Owls draw 323 student-athletes, representing about 4% of the 8,126-person student body. Independent status means the college doesn't belong to a specific conference, scheduling games against various California community colleges. Junior college athletics serve as a stepping stone for students looking to transfer to four-year universities with athletic scholarships. The program offers no athletic scholarships of its own, focusing instead on development and exposure. Many Citrus athletes use their two years to improve skills and academics before moving to NCAA Division I or II programs. The relatively small athletic participation rate reflects the school's primary mission as a transfer-focused community college serving the diverse San Gabriel Valley.