The University Center, one of the first of its kind in the country, is a place where several four-year universities offer their bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, as well as advanced certificate programs, right here in the Santa Clarita Valley. By making upper-division and graduate-level educational programs available locally, the University Center removes barriers for students wishing to pursue their higher education goals. The concept is especially appealing to those who don’t have the time to commute to traditional university campuses.

Technology is Built In
Situated on the southwest corner of the College of the Canyons property overlooking Interstate 5, the 110,000-square-foot center has 23 so-called "smart" classrooms, two computer laboratories, six meeting/seminar rooms and a lecture hall/theater. In addition, wireless and video teleconferencing capabilities exist throughout the building.

How Does it Work?
Admission to any of the University Center programs is handled through the individual universities. Credential or degree programs have specific prerequisites and requirements. Thus, the admission process is handled through the institution providing the degree or credential. Each partner university works with College of the Canyons counselors to ensure the transferability of lower-division coursework. Provided the student completes the approved courses with satisfactory grades, meets other admission requirements of the partnering institution, and the institution’s program is not impacted, the student is given priority for admission and registration.