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Allan Hancock College

Public Santa Maria, CA · Urban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
27%
Graduation Rate
$42,786
Earnings (10yr)
$5,383
Net Price
8,052
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Overview

Allan Hancock College serves over 8,000 students, making it a significant player in California's community college system. With a net price of just $5,383, it offers an affordable pathway for students seeking higher education. This low cost facilitates access for a diverse student body, including a notable 24% of students receiving Pell Grants.

Data from Opportunity Insights reveals that graduates from Allan Hancock College earn a median salary of $42,786 ten years after enrollment. While the graduation rate stands at 27%, many students find success in various fields, particularly in humanities, health professions, and computer science. This college caters to those looking to improve their economic standing and gain valuable skills for the workforce.

Students who thrive here often seek practical, career-focused education. The college emphasizes programs that align with job market demands, such as business and criminal justice. While the graduation rate may appear low, Allan Hancock College remains a viable option for individuals aiming to enter the workforce quickly and affordably.

Rankings

How Allan Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation27%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$5KRetention68%Pell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$5K$30-48K$7K$48-75K$9K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1408.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1381.5%MOBILITY194.64%

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,156
In-State Tuition
$9,892
Out-of-State
$5,383
Avg Net Price
24%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,970
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,900
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,789
Family Income $48K–$75K
$8,619
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,531
6 Years After Entry
$37,963
8 Years
$42,786
10 Years
43%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,531 6yr $37,963 8yr $42,786 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

194.64%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1381.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1408.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$65,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.14
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.2%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 68%
Full-Time Faculty 47%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,744
Diversity Index 0.47
First-Gen Students 59%

Top Programs

Humanities 40%
Health Professions 10%
Computer Science & IT 8%
Business & Marketing 7%
Criminal Justice 6%
Psychology 2%
Mathematics & Statistics 2%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
54%
White
19%
Hispanic
70%
Black
2%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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