Folsom Lake College

Folsom Lake College is the fourth campus of Los Rios Community College District. The college received its initial accreditation in 2004. The main campus of FLC is in Folsom, while the college also operates various off-site locations in different parts of the region and 2 outreach centers:

• El Dorado Center in Placerville
• Rancho Cordova Center

Folsom Lake College enrolls more than 6,000 students every year. Around 1,000 different courses are offered in various areas of study. Students can opt for associates degrees in arts and sciences, or chose from over 30 certificate programs.

There are a number of clubs and organizations at Folsom Lake College, including student government, music ensembles, drama and dance clubs and international student groups. The college’s athletic teams are known as the Falcons.

Folsom Lake College Highlights

Where Folsom Lake College stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in liberal arts, family and social work, and science.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• Large number of students.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• High faculty salary.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Large number of programs of study offered.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Folsom Lake College was 8,193 in 2007 (4,387 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Folsom Lake College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.