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    Santa Clarita, USA
    • Type
      Public
    • International students
      122
    • Nationalities
      37
    • Total programs
      94

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    Study abroad at the College of the Canyons

    College of the Canyons (COC) is an outstanding public community college located in Santa Clarita, an American city in Southern California, USA. It’s a member of the California Community College system and has campuses in Canyon Country and Valencia.

    Founded in 1969, the College has developed a reputation for excellence, innovation, and student success. The fantastic staff goes above and beyond to meet the academic needs of their students and help them achieve their dreams.

    There is an extensive number of programs available to study at COC. The College provides over 240 dynamic courses - there’s something for every interest. Programs are taught at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

    COC’s campus houses some excellent student facilities. International students enrolled at the College have free access to amazing sports fields, state-of-the-art learning centers, spacious study labs, a great book store, and a roomy library.

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    Why study at the College of the Canyons?

    • Fabulous partnerships

      COC has connections with numerous businesses and universities

    • Brilliant student support

      Gain guidance from friendly academics and staff

    • Flexible schedules

      Individualized educational plans to help students achieve their goals

    • Beautiful location

      Santa Clarita is an awesome city with lots to see and experience

    Life as an international student

    COC is bursting with cultural diversity. There are currently international students from 37 countries attending the College, and an increasing number of overseas students from across the world are choosing to study at COC every year.

    The wonderful staff at COC understand that it's not easy for students to leave their family and friends to study in America, and they’re always available if you need help or have any concerns - they’re always someone by your side.

    There are over 60 student clubs on campus, making it very easy for international students to make friends and expand their knowledge and skills. Whether you’re interested in culture, religion, or music, there’s a club for it at COC.

    Student reviews for College of the Canyons

    Overall rating
    4.25714286 stars
    Based on 14 reviews
    Overall experience
    4.5 stars
    Accommodation
    4.2857 stars
    Academic
    4.0714 stars
    University facilities
    4.3571 stars
    University social
    4.0714 stars
    • Jiayuan Li
      China
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      5 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      College of the Canyons Chemistry
      Tell us about College of the Canyons
      A peaceful and quiet place to study. You can focus on your academic things here. Faculties are friendly and willing to help you all the time. Transportation is convenient since there are 2 bus stops nearby.
    • Ziyang Long
      China
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      5 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      College of the Canyons Finance
      Tell us about College of the Canyons
      In College of the Canyons, we can get good accommodation, the school's facilities are also very complete, and the transportation is convenient. It's better if you have your own car. There are many parking lots in the school, and there are enough parking spaces, which are free of charge.
    • Qian-Hui Yu
      Taiwan, Province of China
      Overall experience 4 stars
      Academic
      2 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      4 stars
      University facilities
      4 stars
      College of the Canyons Accounting
      Tell us about College of the Canyons
      The facilities and the societies are great but the social life is not well-developed.
    • Migle Lapinskaite
      Lithuania
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      5 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      College of the Canyons English Language
      Tell us about College of the Canyons
      College professors are very friendly and students are happy to help if you need help. Professors help if there is uncertainty. The International Student Program provides events for students to get to know each other.
    • Alfredo De La Cruz Santos
      Peru
      Overall experience 5 stars
      Academic
      5 stars
      University social
      5 stars
      Accommodation
      5 stars
      University facilities
      5 stars
      College of the Canyons Nursing
      Tell us about College of the Canyons
      I've had the best experience during my studies and everyone is helpful especially the counselors.

    What College of the Canyons says

    • Maritza Munzon

      Maritza Munzon

      College of the Canyons International Service and Programs Technician
      Maritza Munzon says

      99.9% of COC international students, who follow their education plan and want to transfer, transfer to a four-year college or university.

      COC is located in Santa Clarita - a safe, beautiful community located nearby some of California's most famous attractions, such as Six Flags Magic Mountain, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Disneyland, and many more.

      We have two campuses where students can take classes and we have just built a brand new Science building with state-of-the-art facilities!

      From the day we receive your application until the time you graduate or transfer to a four-year university, we will help you with things such as the visa process and finding housing. College of the Canyons wants you to be comfortable in your academic and social communities.

      We offer flexible class schedules, with more than 60 fields of study. Our motto is "start here and go anywhere"!

    Student life & facilities

    Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
    • Tutoring Support
      • Student Tutoring & Support
      • Academic Tutoring & Support
    • Fitness Centre
      • Machines
      • Swimming Pool 1
      • Free Weights
      • Fitness Classes
      • Dance Studio 1
    • Healthcare & Medical
      • Counselling & Mental Health Services
    • Sports Facilities
      • Sport facilities 4
    • Library
      • Individual Study Rooms
      • Group Study Rooms 5
      • Computer labs 3
      • Quiet Areas 5
    • IT Support
      • Campus Wireless Connectivity 3
      • Loan Laptops 800
    • Transport
      • Campus parking 15

    Fees and funding

    Fee information

    • Undergraduate tuition: US$11,260 per year

    Location

    College of the Canyons

    26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, United States

    Santa Clarita is a remarkable place to live and study. There’s a wealth of things to explore. It’s full of tremendous restaurants, social venues, and tourist attractions. Downtown Los Angeles is only 30 miles away - making it perfect for keen explorers.

    Visa requirements for the College of the Canyons

    Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

    USA student visa requirements