Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 43.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,022
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,612
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 24:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $102/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $72,022 | $13,000 |
| Education, General. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $26,353 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,194 | $8,000 |
| Sociology. | Associate | $21,508 | |
| Psychology, General. | Associate | $17,162 |
Outcomes Overview
College of the Canyons graduates earn a median of $49,022 ten years after graduation. With median debt of $9,612, the debt-to-earnings ratio is an excellent 0.20, well below the national average of 1.0 for community colleges. Monthly loan payments of $102 represent just 2.5% of typical graduate income. The 82.2% employment rate reflects strong job market outcomes in the Santa Clarita Valley, where many graduates find work in healthcare, business, and skilled trades. Only 0.96% of students take federal loans, keeping debt burdens minimal. The college's transfer programs also prepare students for four-year universities. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused education.