We are now accepting and reviewing applications for the Spring 2025 semester.

Apply as an International Student

FCC provides the first two years of American university education to help you get where you want to be. Students will receive an American education at an affordable cost. Our students enjoy and benefit from individualized staff guidance, academic counseling, educational and fun activities, and most importantly the opportunity to transfer to many public and private colleges and universities all over the world!

Fresno City College was the first Community College established in the State of California, our first classes began in 1910. We are proud of our long history and diverse student population. 

We are centrally located in the city of Fresno, the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, where industry and agriculture thrive.  Fresno is approximately halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, both a three-hour trip by car.  Beautiful coastal cities and historic Gold Rush towns can be reached in only two hours. 

Fresno City College is a two-year community college, fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Students may earn Associate Degrees, Certificates of Achievement, or may transfer to four-year universities.