Folsom Lake College
About Folsom Lake College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Folsom Lake College is one of the newest of the Sacramento-area community colleges, opened in 2004 in the foothills east of the city. The social sciences, sciences and business are its largest programs.
Founded
2004
Location
Folsom, California
Students
9,414
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,288
Out-of-state: $12,616
Avg Net Price
$5,975
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,568
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
44.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.9%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.2%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Large
While 44.1% finish in 4 years, 72.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,288
In-State
$12,616
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,152
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,901
After Financial Aid
$5,975
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,458
Receive Grants
16%
Take Loans
2.2%
Tuition is $1,288/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,975.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Folsom Lake College fund their education.
While in School
16%
Get Grants
Free money
2.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,381
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Folsom Lake College.
Gender
55%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,414
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.5%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
33.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 45.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
9,414
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Folsom Lake College fields 7 varsity teams with 190 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
190
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
97
Men
93
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Folsom Lake Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,568
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
—
251 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
159 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
138 grads
Psychology, General
—
103 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
101 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$45K
94 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.