C
Average
Score: 50/100

Folsom Lake College

2-Year Public
📍 Folsom, California 95630
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 40%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C
47/100
Experience
F
34/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

10,214
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
28.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,616
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Folsom Lake College

19% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,961 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$763,757
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,670
1-Year Change
+0.9%
For parents & investors

The Folsom Lake College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $763,757
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,670/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95742 (3.8% cap, Rancho Cordova)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A $11,520

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$6,616
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,650
$30,001 - $48,000$2,571
$48,001 - $75,000$6,635
$75,001 - $110,000$8,990
$110,001+$7,254

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 585 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 263 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 177 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 152 grads/yr Psychology, General 100 grads/yr Economics, General 96 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 94 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 85 grads/yr Human Services, General 66 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 62 grads/yr Mathematics, General 51 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 49 grads/yr Computer Science 39 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 31 grads/yr Physics, General 25 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 21 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 20 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 20 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 18 grads/yr Sociology, General 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Folsom Lake College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr 40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

10,214
Total Students
55%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)
19%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Hispanic 23%
Black 5%
Asian 12%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 19%
With Family 81%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,961 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 16%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 59%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Folsom Lake College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Folsom Lake College?
Tuition at Folsom Lake College is $11,520 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,616.
What is the graduation rate at Folsom Lake College?
The graduation rate at Folsom Lake College is 40%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Folsom Lake College a good school?
Folsom Lake College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Folsom Lake College?
Folsom Lake College has a total enrollment of 10,214 students.
Is there rental demand near Folsom Lake College?
Yes! Approximately 19% of students at Folsom Lake College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,961 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology