Why This Matters
See how tuition and fees at Foothill College match up to other universities and colleges and learn what you can do to successfully get prepared for potential tuition growth.
Foothill College Tuition Prices Vs. Other Schools
The next table shows how Foothill College compares to other colleges nationally, regionally and by state.
| Nationwide | Far Western US | California | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Below Average | Below Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | Inexpensive | Below Average | Below Average |
Tuition Discounts Offered to Students Living in California
Tuition and fees at Foothill College is nearly wholly subsidized for students living in California. Tuition and fees for in-state students is set at $1,563 for the 2019 - 2020 year, a 83.6% discount off the full price. Tuition is $1,395 and fees $168.
Foothill College fees and tuition for out-of-state students is $9,528 for the 2019 - 2020 school year. $168 was for fees, and $9,360 was tuition.
View the following table to find 2019 - 2020 academic year costs.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $9,360 | $168 | $9,528 |
| In-State | $1,395 | $168 | $1,563 |
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Are Tuition & Fees Increasing or Decreasing?
Tuition and Fees for out-of-state students attending Foothill College increased at a standard annual rate of 8.8% within the last five years. Over that same period, tuition increased by 8.9% and fees increased by 5.7%. Due to this, we predict the price of tuition and fees for this year will be $10,370.
At this rate, we estimate the total cost of tuition and fees for a two year degree to be $21,657 and for a four year degree to be $47,313. This doesn't include other costs such as room and board, books, and transportation.
View the following chart to discern how Foothill College fees and tuition might develop including residency based reductions in the years to come.
Mainly due to the cost of living as well as other variables, the cost of college is likely to increase each year. For this reason your last year of school may very well be much more than your first year.
Find some answers to the most frequently asked finance questions on college.
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