Fresno City College

1101 E. University Ave
Fresno, CA 93741
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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.

School Highlights

Fresno City College serves 22,278 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 22,278 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,188
  • Out-state tuition: $6,828
  • Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
  • Minority enrollment: 81%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Fresno City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 952 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Fresno City College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
952 staff
312 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Fresno City College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has decreased from 26:1 over five years.
The Fresno City College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
22,278 students
7,900 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
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# Full-Time Students
6,012 students
1,661 students
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# Part-Time Students
16,266 students
6,239 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
146 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6,012 students
1,646 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
16,266 students
6,288 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
15%
13%
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% Hispanic
56%
45%
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% Black
5%
5%
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% White
19%
26%
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% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
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Diversity Score
0.62
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
35%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,000
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,188 is less than the state average of $1,993. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,828 is less than the state average of $7,120. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,188
$1,993
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,828
$7,120
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
86%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$4,000
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,305
$6,239
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fresno City College cost?
Fresno City College's tuition is approximately $1,188 for In-State students and $6,828 for Out-State students.
What is Fresno City College's ranking?
Fresno City College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 22,278 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,188
  • Out-state tuition: $6,828
  • Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
  • Minority enrollment: 81%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Fresno County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.59, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Fresno County, CA is Institute of Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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