Foothill College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Foothill College
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation:
Foothill College is a medium-sized public college located on a suburban campus in Los Altos Hills, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,931, and admissions are selective. The college offers 1 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 60%, and a student-faculty ratio of 22:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $1,395, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $12,150.
Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
13k
Students enrolled
58%
Online student enrollment
22:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
27%
Unknown
2%
Black
3%
Hispanic
32%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
25%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
25% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
49
Total Online Enrollment
7,458
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.58% online, 42% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
61% On-campus
39% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates45% online
Associate35% online
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $1,395 | $12,150 |
| Graduate | $undefined | $undefined |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,794 |
| On-campus room and board | $undefined |
| On-campus other expenses | $undefined |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $20,793 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $6,501 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,811 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $23,547 | $13,944 |
| Off-campus without family | $30,483 | $41,238 |
| Off-campus with family | $9,000 | $19,755 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
27%
State Grant Aid
58%
Institution Grant Aid
7%
Pell Grant
25%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$11k
Average student debtafter graduation
$44k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Polo
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Health Professions And Related Programs. |
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