At a glance
Average net price
$5,383
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
26.3%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
8,052
In-state tuition
$1,156
Out-of-state tuition
$9,892
Cost of attendance
$13,214
Median earnings (10y)
$42,786
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
28 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (52% of credentials).
- STEM13%
- Health10%
- Business7%
- Humanities & arts52%
- Social sciences7%
- Trades & services13%
- Liberal arts39.7%~3,198 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~783 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~709 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science8.1%~652 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business6.9%~554 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~453 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology2.4%~194 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.7%~140 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~132 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~124 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.5%~122 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences1.5%~119 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~117 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture1.2%~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~85 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~84 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication0.4%~34 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal0.4%~30 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.4%~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.3%~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.3%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,843 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 947 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 628 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 221 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 205 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 185 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 151 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 123 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 118 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 94 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 88 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 78 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 65 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 65 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 64 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 61 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 55 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 52 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 45 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 38 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 38 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 35 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Physics. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Allan Hancock College
Allan Hancock College is a large institution located in Santa Maria, California, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 8,052 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Allan Hancock College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,383 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,156 for in-state students and $9,892 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,214 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 26.3%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $42,786 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Allan Hancock College confers degrees and certificates across 28 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (52% of credentials), stem (13% of credentials), trades & services (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Santa Maria, California (city), Allan Hancock College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Allan Hancock College
Q.How much does Allan Hancock College cost?
The average net price at Allan Hancock College is $5,383 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,214.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Allan Hancock College?
Allan Hancock College has a 6-year graduation rate of 26.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Allan Hancock College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Allan Hancock College graduate earns $42,786 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Allan Hancock College?
Published tuition is $1,156 in-state and $9,892 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Allan Hancock College located?
Allan Hancock College is located in Santa Maria, California (ZIP 93454).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Allan Hancock College at their official website.