Fresno City College
About Fresno City College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fresno City College has taught in the San Joaquin Valley since 1910, one of the oldest community colleges in California, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Allied health, nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1910
Location
Fresno, California
Students
21,251
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
23.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,334
Out-of-state: $10,154
Avg Net Price
$8,069
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,361
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
23.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70%
Transfer Out
5.6%
Teaching Quality
26:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
42.5%
$/Student
$6.2K
Class Size
Large
The 23.5% graduation rate is below average, but 70% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,334
In-State
$10,154
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,980
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,198
After Financial Aid
$8,069
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,450
Receive Grants
30.7%
Take Loans
0.3%
Tuition is $1,334/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,069.
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 Fresno City College fund their education.
While in School
30.7%
Get Grants
Free money
0.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,350
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$4,058
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$43/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $4,058, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Fresno City College.
Gender
52.9%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
21,251
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
36.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 52.3% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
21,251
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Fresno City College fields 15 varsity teams with 447 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
15
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
447
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
266
Men
181
Women
9
Men's Teams
13
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fresno City Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,361
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
451 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$92K
216 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$28K
212 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
185 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$23K
178 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$29K
133 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.