Fresno City College

1101 E. University Ave, Fresno, CA, 93741
Tel: (559)442-4600
Public | 25,400 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Fresno City College serves 25,400 students (30% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 52:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body.
  • Fresno City College is one of 9 community colleges within Fresno County, CA.

School Overview:
Fresno City College
Community College Avg.
Institution Level At least 2 but less than 4 years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Public Public
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		 489 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 25,400 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:52 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 7,700 students 1,262 students
# Part-Time Students		 17,700 students 1,508 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 1% 1%
% Asian		 16% 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 43% 6%
% Black		 9% 15%
% White		 29% 62%
% Two or more races		 1% 2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $658 $4,485
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $5,362 $8,679
 

School Notes:

  • The college's history began in 1907 when C. L. McLane, then superintendent of schools for the city of Fresno, recognized the need for college instruction for San Joaquin Valley students. Largely through McLane's efforts, Fresno Junior College was established. The first class consisted of 20 students and three instructors.
  • The California Community College system has now grown to 109 campuses, enrolling approximately 1.5 million students. Fresno City College has built upon its rich history and gone on to pioneer many new developments in community college education. Thou-sands of local people have worked through the years to make Fresno City College a viable and strong educational institution.
  • The College provides a wide variety of supportive services to assist our students in achieving their educational goals. Moreover, we are dedicated to working collaboratively with our community to enhance the economic and social development of the region.

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Nearby Schools:

Fresno City College
25400 students | 0 mi. away
Heald College-Fresno
2078 students | 3.8 mi. away
San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno
1312 students | 4.4 mi. away
Kaplan College-Fresno
517 students | 5.8 mi. away
Reedley College
15500 students | 21.8 mi. away

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