Foothill College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$11,013
Average Net Price
29%
Receive Aid
23%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Foothill College is $11,013 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$11,013

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,477
$30,001-48,000$9,078
$48,001-75,000$10,703
$75,001-110,000$12,354
$110,000+$12,707

Financial Aid

Foothill College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 29% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 23% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

29%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

23%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $1,565 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $12,320. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,965, which is 73% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,565

Out-of-State: $12,320

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,565
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,765

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,565
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,265

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$12,320
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$27,520

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$12,320
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$27,520

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,565
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$5,265

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$12,320
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$16,520

Cost Analysis

Analyze how FOOTHILL's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Foothill College has increased costs by $1,193, representing a 12.1% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,820

Current Year

$11,013

Change

+$1,193

Affordability & Value

Foothill College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid29%
Pell grant recipients23%
Student-faculty ratio25:1