- 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 28,071 students (26% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 28,071 students
- In-state tuition: $1,188
- Out-state tuition: $6,828
- Minority enrollment: 85%
- 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 551 teachers has declined by 42% over five years.
Fresno City College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
551 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Fresno City College has grown by 26% over five years.
The Fresno City College diversity score of 0.53 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
28,071 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
51:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
7,318 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
20,753 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
28,071 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,318 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
20,753 students
5,816 students
% Asian
10%
12%
% Hispanic
66%
46%
% Black
5%
7%
% White
15%
23%
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
42%
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 $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,188
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,828
$6,577
Tuition Notes
$46 per unit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,305
$6,272
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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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