- 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 20,435 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 20,435 students
- In-state tuition: $1,188
- Out-state tuition: $6,828
- Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fresno City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
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--Public Special Use
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
294 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Fresno City College has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has decreased from 26:1 over five years.
The Fresno City College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,435 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
5,579 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
14,856 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
146 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,579 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
14,856 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
12%
13%
% Asian
5%
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
59%
46%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
20%
24%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2368%
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,000
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,188 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,828 is more than the state average of $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,188
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,828
$6,547
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,305
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (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: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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