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| School Notes Overview: |
Fresno City College, California's first community college, is a comprehensive learning community offering innovative instructional programs in anticipation of and responsive to the lifelong learning needs of our diverse population.
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| County |
Fresno County, CA |
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| Title IV Eligible |
Yes |
Yes |
| Carnegie Classification |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control |
Public |
Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate |
7,845 students |
999 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate |
14,072 students |
1,410 students |
| Total Enrollment |
21,917 students |
2,175 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid |
70% |
78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants |
59% |
47% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received |
$3,173 |
$2,810 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants |
70% |
28% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received |
$1,226 |
$1,211 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants |
1% |
11% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received |
$1,387 |
$1,117 |
| % Students Receiving Loans |
3% |
37% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received |
$2,167 |
$3,048 |
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- 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.
- Profile last updated:02/23/2008.
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