Trade and career programs at Foothill College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | Certificate | 154 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 74 | n/a | $127,604 | n/a |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 37 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 22 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrician | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Certificate | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Plumbing | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Foothill College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $1,580 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $11,966 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $2,851 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $3,067 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $499 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $1,100 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $8,600 |
| Over $110,000 | $9,926 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $64,467 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 11% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Foothill College cost?
Tuition and fees are $1,580 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $2,851 in 2024-25.
Is Foothill College accredited?
Foothill College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- East Los Angeles College, Monterey Park: $1,238 a year
- Santa Ana College, Santa Ana: $1,188 a year
- Long Beach City College, Long Beach: $1,560 a year
- Fresno City College, Fresno: $1,334 a year
- Cerritos College, Norwalk: $1,364 a year
- Palomar College, San Marcos: $1,356 a year
More: all trade schools in California · Foothill College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.