MISSION
College of the Siskiyous will serve our community and any student who can benefit from an exceptional learning environment which is safe, attractive and promotes a passion for learning, cultural enrichment, and sense of belonging for all.
VALUES
Learning
Achievement
Innovation
Environment
Collaboration
Diversity
Accessibility
People
VISION STATEMENTS
College of the Siskiyous aspires to:
Be a learning outcome-centered environment that transforms students from where they are to where they aspire to be.
Offer a progressive, dynamic atmosphere that prepares students to thrive in a future that continues to unfold.
Provide state-of-the-art facilities and aesthetically pleasing grounds that mirror the uniqueness of the surroundings.
Conduct programs that effectively integrate the surrounding environment and energize the local economy.
Maximize our effectiveness through collaborative efforts that promote community vitality, improve local economic health, and expand student learning opportunities.
Celebrate diversity and strive to achieve a model for inclusion that can be emulated within our community and beyond.
Provide a safe, open and welcoming environment where students are encouraged to challenge and overcome their physical, intellectual and socioeconomic barriers to success.
Attract people who are passionate about creating an optimal learning atmosphere.
Offer an outstanding setting where students receive encouragement and support to achieve their educational goals.
College of the Siskiyous (COS) is a public two-year community college located in Weed in Siskiyou County in Northern California. It is part of the California Community Colleges System and has an enrollment of approximately 3,000 students, including part-time students. It is the northernmost college in the state of California and the only college in Siskiyou County. It lies in the service area of California State University, Chico. It is one of only ten community colleges in California that provide on-campus dormitories for students.
COS was founded in 1957 after a special election. Buildings on the current location first opened their doors on September 8, 1959. Facilities at COS include Herschel Meredith Stadium for football and track and field events, and the Ford Theater for theatrical performances. The athletic mascot is the Eagle.
A common misconception about COS is that it is named after Siskiyou County. But it is actually named after the Siskiyou Mountains, a mountain range that runs along the California-Oregon border, which is referred to as "the Siskiyous" (referenced in the plural form, instead of singular).
The president of COS is Dr. W. David Pelham.
Famous alumni include Dan Hawkins, the head football coach at the University of Colorado, and Craig T. Nelson, best known as the star of Coach.
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In State vs. Out-of-State
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 804 | $ 6,024 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 624 | $ 4,848 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 26 | $ 26 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,763 | 50% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 650 | 40% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 2,309 | 7% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,598 | 35% | |
Any Aid: |
70% |
