Fullerton College — tuition $1,104 in-state, $9,312 out-of-stateFullerton College campus, Fullerton, CA. Photo: Robert J. Boser EditorASC, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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: 34%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
32/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
18,569
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,316
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Fullerton College ▼
30%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Fullerton College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$43,366
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,531
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$4,500
Median debt at graduation
33.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
26.6%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 10% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 41st percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
For parents & investors
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Avg home value near campus: $899,502
Avg rent near campus: $2,857/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 90638 (2.9% cap, La Mirada)
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🏆 Where Fullerton College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,534 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person34%
Hybrid (Some Online)35%
Fully Online31%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)65%
25-64 (Adult)27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fullerton 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 Fullerton College?
Tuition at Fullerton College is
$1,104 for in-state students
and $9,312 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,316.
What is the graduation rate at Fullerton College?
The graduation rate at Fullerton College is 34%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Fullerton College a good school?
Fullerton College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 (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 Fullerton College?
Fullerton College has a total enrollment of 18,569 students.
Is there rental demand near Fullerton College?
Yes! Approximately 30% of students at Fullerton College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 5,534 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fullerton area.
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