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Fresno City College

Fresno, CA·Public·21,251 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want a large campus community. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. a public school with 21,251 students.

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21,251
Students
$8,069
Net Price
24%
Grad Rate
$33,200
Earnings
10 yr
$4,058
Debt

About This School

Fresno City College is a public institution located in Fresno, California with approximately 21,251 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,069 per year. The graduation rate is 24%, and the typical graduate earns $33,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Fresno City College is a public community college in Fresno, California. It is part of the State Center Community College District within the California Community Colleges system. Fresno City College operates on a semester schedule and offers associate degrees and certificates.

Worth considering if you're looking to earn a credential or transfer to a four-year school without taking on significant debt — graduates leave with just $4,058 in median debt, which is remarkably low. That said, the median earnings of $33,200 a decade after enrollment are modest, so this college makes the most sense as a stepping stone to a university or a targeted career certificate rather than a final destination.

Founded
1910
Setting
Large city
Avg Faculty Salary
$11,391

Popular Programs

Health Professions20%
Business & Marketing8%
Biological Sciences4%
Social Sciences3%
Psychology3%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
Computer Science2%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Ramel Curry

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,334
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,154
Avg Net Price
$8,069
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$7,450
$30–48k$8,107
$48–75k$10,285
$75–110k$13,774
$110k+$13,965

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants31%
Median debt at graduation$4,058

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
24%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$4,058
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$26,700
Female graduates$23,700

Gap: 11% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$4,058
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$25,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 8.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White14%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino67%
Asian11%
Two or more races3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (21,251 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Fresno City College

1101 E. University Ave

Fresno, CA 93741

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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