- Folsom Lake College is a comprehensive, public community college, the 109th community college in the State of California and the fourth member of the Los Rios Community College District.
School Highlights
Folsom Lake College serves 11,098 students (21% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 11,098 students
- In-state tuition: $1,104
- Out-state tuition: $7,272
- Minority enrollment: 56%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 200 teachers has declined by 40% over five years.
Folsom Lake College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Teal, Black, and White
Total Faculty
200 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Folsom Lake College has grown by 16% over five years.
The Folsom Lake College diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,098 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
55:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
2,384 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
8,714 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
11,098 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,384 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,714 students
5,816 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
13%
12%
% Hispanic
23%
46%
% Black
5%
7%
% White
44%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
6%
5%
% Unknown races
7%
6%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
42%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,104 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,272 is more than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,104
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,272
$6,577
Tuition Notes
$46 per unit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
85%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falco
- Folsom Lake College serves the region with classes offered at: The main Folsom campus at 10 College Parkway (just off Highway 50) Two outreach centers (the El Dorado Center in Placerville and the Rancho Cordova Center) Various off-site locations in communities of the region A full spectrum of support services and programs are available to enhance student success, including: Counseling, Financial aid, Tutoring, Libraries, Computer centers, and more. Folsom Lake College offers a friendly, student-centered environment designed to help everyone succeed - not matter what your educational goals may be!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Folsom Lake College cost?
Folsom Lake College's tuition is approximately $1,104 for In-State students and $7,272 for Out-State students.
What schools are Folsom Lake College often compared to?
Folsom Lake Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like American River College by visitors of our site.
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