C
Average
Score: 52/100

Fresno City College

2-Year Public
📍 Fresno, California 93741
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: 28%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
A
88/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
D
39/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

25,285
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
26.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$3,822
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Fresno City College

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 7,788 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where Fresno City College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Retail Management
of 12 schools
#15
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools
#15
Building Construction Technology/Technician
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,288 $9,408

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
68%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$3,822
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$987
$30,001 - $48,000$667
$48,001 - $75,000$3,594
$75,001 - $110,000$8,249
$110,001+$11,076

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,355 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 470 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 245 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 243 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 240 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 223 grads/yr Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General 174 grads/yr Psychology, General 168 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 152 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 130 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 88 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 84 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 69 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 57 grads/yr Retail Management 57 grads/yr Information Technology 56 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 52 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 49 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 47 grads/yr Human Services, General 42 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Fresno City College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Childcare workers
$32k/yr 991,600 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Student Demographics

25,285
Total Students
54%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 14%
Hispanic 66%
Black 5%
Asian 11%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 69%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~7,788 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fresno City 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 Fresno City College?
Tuition at Fresno City College is $1,288 for in-state students and $9,408 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $3,822.
What is the graduation rate at Fresno City College?
The graduation rate at Fresno City College is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Fresno City College a good school?
Fresno City College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Fresno City College?
Fresno City College has a total enrollment of 25,285 students.
Is there rental demand near Fresno City College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Fresno City College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 7,788 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fresno area.

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