Public Institution Folsom, CA
Folsom Lake College
Two-year college
Folsom Lake College is a public mid-size two-year college in Folsom, CA, offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer paths with an urban campus setting, with about 9,414 undergraduates, typical net price of $5,975 after grants, first-year retention of 72.9%, about 44.1% of students graduating within three years, and median earnings of $37,052 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Folsom Lake College
Key rankings for Folsom Lake College
Where Folsom Lake College ranks among two-year colleges nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#168 of 667
Net Price
#203 of 651
Earnings
#127 of 630
Retention
#194 of 635
Graduation
What stands out at Folsom Lake College
Folsom Lake College in Folsom, CA is a two-year college.
- Small city
- 9,414 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid is lower than or close to the national median for similar schools, while six-year earnings meet or beat that median. On these two measures the pattern is comparatively favorable.
First-year retention and graduation both track at or above national benchmarks for similar schools, suggesting relatively steady progress for students who start here.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Folsom Lake College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
In-state tuition is below the national median of $5,040 for similar two-year colleges, while out-of-state tuition is above the national median of $9,866.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Folsom Lake College compares
Figures are for two-year colleges. State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Far West (region 8).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (CA) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $5,975Below national median | $8,366 | $8,522 | $9,023 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $37,052Above national median | $34,496 | $34,664 | $34,495 |
| Retention | 72.9%Above national median | 70.5% | 67.3% | 64.2% |
| Graduation | 44.1%Above national median | 39.3% | 37.4% | 35.6% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 82.8%* | 92.5%* | 82.8% |
| Pell share | 16.0%Below national median | 25.3% | 26.2% | 31.7% |
| Median debt | Not reported | $10,104 | $10,500 | $11,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
* Fewer than 10 similar schools in that slice. Treat as a rough guide.
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Folsom Lake College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Folsom Lake College
Common questions about Folsom Lake College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Folsom Lake College located?
Folsom Lake College is located in Folsom, CA. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Folsom Lake College?
Folsom Lake College is a public two-year college. Best Universities compares it with similar community colleges for ranking and benchmark purposes.
How much does it cost to attend Folsom Lake College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $1,288 for in-state students and $12,616 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $5,975. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Folsom Lake College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Folsom Lake College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Folsom Lake College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,414. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Folsom Lake College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Folsom Lake College are roughly $37,052. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 44.1% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Folsom Lake College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Folsom Lake College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#168 of 667); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#203 of 651); First-year retention (#127 of 630); Graduation rate (#194 of 635). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Folsom Lake College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Folsom Lake College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Folsom Lake College Expand to view
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Folsom Lake College |
| Official website | https://www.flc.losrios.edu/ |
| City, state | Folsom, CA |
| School type | Two-year college |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 9,414 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $1,288 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $12,616 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $1,288 |
| Total cost of attendance | $13,901 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $5,975 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $37,052 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $39,856 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $42,568 |
| Median loan debt | Not reported |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 72.9% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 44.1% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 16.0% |
| Share with federal loans | 2.2% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 76.0% |
| Campus setting | Small city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 29 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $11,019 |
| Full-time faculty share | 36.2% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 55.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 45.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 4.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 23.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 45.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 14.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 7.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.2% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $4,458 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $4,933 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $7,747 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $9,776 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $10,400 |
Sources for Folsom Lake College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.