Quick Stats (2025)
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
Foundation College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate of Arts Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The Foundation College diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
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9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
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32:1
# Full-Time Students
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1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
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8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
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242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
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1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
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63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
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10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
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121 students
% Asian
n/a
13%
% Hispanic
n/a
47%
% Black
n/a
7%
% White
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23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
100%
3%
Diversity Score
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0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
n/a
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
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$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
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$6,239
Acceptance Rate
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93%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Margaret Golden, Ed.D., Professor Emerita, Dominican University of California. -
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Foundation College often compared to?
Foundation Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Fresno City College by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Foundation College?
Foundation College famous alumni include: Margaret Golden, Ed.D., Professor Emerita, Dominican University of California..
In what neighborhood is Foundation College located?
Foundation College is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Mission Valley.
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