by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Folsom Lake College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Folsom Lake College were $1,288 for the year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $12,616. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Required fees account for came to $1,288 in-state and $1,288 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $0 | $11,328 |
| Fees | $1,288 | $1,288 |
| Total | $1,288 | $12,616 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What will Folsom Lake College cost for part-time students? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Folsom Lake College prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Relative to the national field, Folsom Lake College is a relative bargain.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Check the Folsom Lake College Financial Aid page for specifics.
Here’s how tuition at Folsom Lake College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $0 | $8,880 |
| Two Years Ago | $0 | $9,480 |
| One Year Ago | $0 | $11,520 |
| Most Recent Year | $0 | $11,328 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Folsom Lake has trended over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition declined relative to the prior year, which is unusual and may reflect a restated figure.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 0.00%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $1,288. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 7.78%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $13,597.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $1,288 | $13,597 |
| In 2 Years | $1,288 | $14,655 |
| In 3 Years | $1,288 | $15,795 |
| In 4 Years | $1,288 | $17,024 |
| In 5 Years | $1,288 | $18,348 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $61,071, or close to $5,152 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
To learn about financial aid at Folsom Lake College, head to the Folsom Lake College Financial Aid page.
