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Foothill College

Los Altos Hills, CA·Public·https://foothill.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Foothill College is a public college in Los Altos Hills, CA. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Foothill College is a public college in Los Altos Hills, CA. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,395
In-State Tuition
+$170 fees
$10,620
Out-of-State Tuition
+$170 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

18 miles

Half Moon Bay, CA

Ski Access

132 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Nearby Ski Resorts

132 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
138 mi away
1,680 skiable acres10 lifts

Nearest Beach

Half Moon Bay, CA

Ocean access within 18.0 miles

18 mi away

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

92/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety958296
95/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
82/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
96/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,395$10,620
Fees
$170$170
Total
$1,565$10,790
In-StateOut-of-State

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Fields of Study

94 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
323 grads/yr
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
179 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
109 grads/yr
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
90 grads/yr$55,694
Educational/Instructional Media DesignCertificate
71 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's49 grads$127,604
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Bachelor's54 grads$82,028
Psychology, General
Associate's90 grads$55,694
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate323 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate179 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's109 grads
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Certificate71 grads
Computer Science
Associate's45 grads
Communication and Media Studies
Associate's42 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate39 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Foothill College located?

Foothill College is located in Los Altos Hills, CA. The main campus address is 12345 El Monte Rd, Los Altos Hills, CA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Foothill College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Foothill College charges $1,395/year for in-state students and $10,620/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,790/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Foothill College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Foothill College the right fit for me?

Whether Foothill College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($10,620/year out-of-state), campus culture in Los Altos Hills, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Foothill College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Foothill College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Los Altos Hills, CA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
On Campus Safety Score
92/100
Nearest Airport
Mountain View, CA (NUQ) · 6 mialso PAO (7 mi), SJC (11 mi)

Location

Los Altos Hills, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.