Allan Hancock College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 7,812 students.
About This School
Allan Hancock College is a public institution located in Santa Maria, California with approximately 7,812 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,638 per year. Typical graduates earn $35,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
Allan Hancock College is a public community college in Santa Maria, California. It offers associate degrees at its Lompoc Valley campus and at nearby Vandenberg Space Force Base. The college is part of the California Community College System.
Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable start in California — at just $4,638/year average net cost and a median debt of under $8,000, the financial risk here is genuinely low. That said, median earnings 10 years out sit at $35,500, so this works best as a stepping stone toward a four-year transfer rather than a terminal degree if you're aiming for higher earning potential. The Vandenberg Space Force Base campus connection is a unique draw for students with military ties or interests in aerospace-related fields.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (7,812 undergraduates).
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