Fresno City College

Fresno, California · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$8,069

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

23.5%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

21,251

In-state tuition

$1,334

Out-of-state tuition

$10,154

Cost of attendance

$17,198

Median earnings (10y)

$37,361

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

33 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), health (20%), social sciences (16%).

  • STEM10%
  • Health20%
  • Business8%
  • Humanities & arts33%
  • Social sciences16%
  • Trades & services15%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate1,734
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Associate's745
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's443$27,821$7,689
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's436$77,104$8,000
Biology, General.Associate's400$6,625
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate378$8,000
Psychology, General.Associate's355$16,547$7,802
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's276$19,203$6,187
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate189
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's173
Social Sciences, General.Associate's170
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's156$21,696
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate150
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate134
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate127
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's126
Sociology.Associate's119
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's103$73,411
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate103
Human Services, General.Associate's94$25,955$6,334
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate90
Teaching Assistants/Aides.Undergraduate certificate84
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.Undergraduate certificate81
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's75$22,584
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's74
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Associate's73
Engineering, General.Undergraduate certificate70
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate67
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's65
Fine and Studio Arts.Undergraduate certificate63
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate61
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate60
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate60
Mathematics.Associate's60
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's59
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate59
Legal Support Services.Associate's51
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate49
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's49
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate48

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Fresno City College

Fresno City College is a very large institution located in Fresno, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 21,251 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Fresno City College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,069 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,334 for in-state students and $10,154 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,198 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 23.5%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $37,361 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Fresno City College confers degrees and certificates across 33 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), health (20% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Fresno, California (city), Fresno City College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Fresno City College

Q.How much does Fresno City College cost?

The average net price at Fresno City College is $8,069 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,198.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Fresno City College?

Fresno City College has a 6-year graduation rate of 23.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Fresno City College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Fresno City College graduate earns $37,361 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Fresno City College?

Published tuition is $1,334 in-state and $10,154 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Fresno City College located?

Fresno City College is located in Fresno, California (ZIP 93741).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Fresno City College at their official website.