Fullerton College Tuition, Demographics & Completion (2026)
Fullerton College is a public community college in Fullerton, California, with about 17,121 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,134 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,150. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (60.5%) and White (14.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,150
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,134 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 17,121 42.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.83%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 53.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 32.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 28,804
- Room & Board: $22,086 annual estimate
Fullerton College: what the data shows
Common questions about Fullerton College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Fullerton College?
Fullerton College is located in Fullerton, CA (ZIP 92832-2095).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Fullerton College public or private?
Fullerton College is a Public institution.
How much does Fullerton College cost?
Published tuition: $1,150 in-state, $12,379 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,134.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,944 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,200 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $7,915 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,392 |
| $110,001+ | $11,574 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $4,600.
How big is Fullerton College?
Total enrollment: 17,121 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 28,804 students.
About 42% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Fullerton College?
150%-time completion rate: 33.83%.
First-year retention: 72.0%.
What do graduates of Fullerton College earn?
Median earnings: $34,531 six years after entry; $43,366 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $4,500.
26.55% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Fullerton College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (1,490 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (1,110 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (383 completions)
- Psychology, General (185 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (117 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (105 completions)
- Sociology, General (85 completions)
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs (76 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (76 completions)
- Radio and Television (60 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Fullerton College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 33.83%; median earnings $43,366 at 10 years; net price $6,134. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,150
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Fullerton College was $1,150.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,134
2024 Value
In 2024 Fullerton College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,134.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,536 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,134 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$4,600 4-Year In-State Tuition
$49,516 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,086 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,267 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$25,503 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$102,012 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Fullerton College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.55% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
2.01% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.10%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Fullerton College was 0.10%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Fullerton College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,138 | $6,010 | $4,330 |
| 2014 | $1,138 | $6,010 | $6,456 |
| 2015 | $1,138 | $6,010 | $5,722 |
| 2016 | $1,138 | $6,010 | $5,306 |
| 2017 | $1,138 | $6,010 | $4,285 |
| 2018 | $1,138 | $6,010 | $5,289 |
| 2019 | $1,142 | $6,398 | $5,794 |
| 2020 | $1,154 | $7,514 | $7,721 |
| 2021 | $1,154 | $7,802 | $9,765 |
| 2022 | $1,150 | $9,538 | $8,418 |
| 2023 | $1,150 | $9,399 | $8,090 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Fullerton College reported total enrollment of about 17,121 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 48% male and 52% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (60.5%), White (14.8%), and Asian (12.9%). About 26.55% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 53.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
42.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Fullerton College in 2024 is 17,121 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 28,804 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 60.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
8.95% 100% Completion Time
33.83% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 8.95% of students graduating from Fullerton College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 42% male / 58% female
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 38% male / 62% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 56% male / 44% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Fullerton College.
Return on Investment
$4,500 Median Student Debt
$43,366 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
10.38% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1667.44% Return on Investment
1.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Fullerton College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 86 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 1,490 completions
2. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 1,110 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 383 completions
4. Psychology, General: 185 completions
5. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 117 completions
6. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 105 completions
7. Sociology, General: 85 completions
8. Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs: 76 completions
9. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 76 completions
Most popular programs at Fullerton College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Fullerton College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Fullerton College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 32.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $13,251
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,826
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Fullerton College is a public institution located in Fullerton, CA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 17,121 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (60.5%), White (14.8%), Asian (12.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 33.83%. Approximately 26.55% of students receive Pell Grants. About 53.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
Fullerton, CA 92832-2095
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.83% graduation rate at Fullerton College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 86 distinct degree programs, Fullerton College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fullerton College located?
Fullerton College is located in Fullerton, CA.
How much does Fullerton College cost?
Reported tuition is $1,150 and average net price is $6,134 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,086 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Fullerton College?
Fullerton College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 28,804 students, Hispanic or Latino (60.5%), White (14.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Fullerton College?
About 53.3% of students at Fullerton College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Fullerton College earn?
Median earnings are $34,531 six years after entry and $43,366 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Fullerton College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 33.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Fullerton College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $4,500.
Is Fullerton College public or private?
Fullerton College is a public institution located in Fullerton, CA.
Is Fullerton College an HBCU?
No. Fullerton College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Fullerton College a tribal college?
No. Fullerton College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Fullerton College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Fullerton College reports 60.5% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Fullerton College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Fullerton College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.