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FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE QUICK FACTS: 835 different course offerings
Join Us Since 2004, Folsom Lake College has provided exceptional educational opportunities to the diverse communities of eastern Sacramento and western El Dorado counties. Folsom Lake College is committed to enriching and empowering students by providing rigorous academic programs and comprehensive support services, opportunities for leadership and growth, and a collaborative and innovative learning environment. As a community college with low tuition fees, Folsom Lake College is the best value in higher education.
Whatever your educational goals may be, Folsom Lake College supports your success with a variety of resources, services, and programs to help you.
Go Places Folsom Lake College graduates transfer to a wide variety of four-year universities, including the University of California (UC) & California State University (CSU) campuses, plus private colleges. Over 1,000 major preparation agreements are available to students preparing for transfer. Students are encouraged to meet with university representatives at the Career & Transfer Center. Folsom Lake College also has Transfer Admission Guarantees (TAGs) with many universities; participating institutions include: • UC Davis • UC Irvine • UC Merced • UC Riverside • UC Santa Barbara • UC Santa Cruz
• Golden Gate University • St. Mary’s University • University of the Pacific • Arizona State University • Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
Looking for more choices? Folsom Lake College has flexible scheduling options for you to consider, including: • Evening, weekend, and online classes • Classes offered at the main Folsom campus, El Dorado Center in Placerville, and Rancho Cordova Center • Short-term classes, including 8-week and weekend options • Classes that meet only one day a week • Advanced education opportunities for current high school students
“Folsom Lake College has opened the door to my future. All I have to do is realize it.” – Mary Yurkutat, Art
8,822 students enrolled 324 full- & part-time faculty 140 staff and administrators
Start Your Career Folsom Lake College continues to be a pioneer in 21st century career preparation, developing new programs to help meet the needs of a rapidly changing workforce. Whether you want to start a brand-new career or boost your job skills, Folsom Lake College has many options for you to consider.
For a complete list of the over 85 degrees and certificates available at FLC, visit our website at:
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Never Stop Learning Learning never ends! Folsom Lake College offers an array of lifelong learning classes for people of all ages – whatever you may be interested in. Popular topics include: • Art • English as a Second Language • Hands-on Computer Skills • History • Languages • Music
• Nutrition & Health • Geography & Geology • Physical Education/Kinesiology • Theatre Arts • Writing & Literature
“The professors have made my educational experience
ONE
EXCITING RIDE!” – Nav Badesha, Biology
MAIN FOLSOM CAMPUS
EL DORADO CENTER
RANCHO CORDOVA CENTER
Where You Live Folsom Lake College is proud to serve the diverse communities of eastern Sacramento and western El Dorado counties. In addition to our main campus in Folsom, Folsom Lake College also serves students at the El Dorado Center in Placerville and the Rancho Cordova Center. These educational centers provide our citizens access to quality higher education close to home and work. At these educational centers, you can take advantage of a variety of course offerings and the support services to help you succeed. Folsom Lake College is “Your Bridge to Success!”
“Folsom Lake College is privileged to have the most up-to-date technology and arguably the best administration, faculty, and staff. FLC is a family environment, and everyone there is a huge player in your success beyond your campus studies.” – Chris Koch, Business
From Dramatics to Athletics, HARRIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS: World-Class Facilities, Right In Your Backyard Folsom Lake College is proud to draw visitors from throughout the region to the Harris Center for the Arts, a $50 million, 80,000 square foot regional arts center located on the main Folsom campus. The Harris Center has an evolving array of vibrant programs geared for patrons of all ages and backgrounds, and is home to Folsom Lake College’s visual and performing arts instructional offerings.
Perform with the Best FLC ATHLETICS: Supporting Our Student-Athlete Champions Athletics are a big part of the college experience for many students. Our multi-faceted, state-of-the-art Athletics & Physical Education complex – including track and field facilities; baseball, softball, and soccer fields; a cross-country course; tennis complex; and gymnasium - are home to the champion FLC Falcons! Intercollegiate Teams: • Men’s Golf • Women’s Soccer • Men’s Soccer • Women’s Tennis • Men’s Tennis • Women’s Volleyball • Men’s Baseball • Women’s Softball • Men’s & Women’s Basketball
flcfalcons.com
More Quick Facts Folsom Lake College is committed to the success of its diverse student population and their wide-ranging educational and career goals. GENDER
ACCOUNTABILITY
MALE 44%
Course success rate
FEMALE 56%
FAMILY HISTORY
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First Generation Students
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STUDENT GOALS
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Join Us
Here’s How Complete the Folsom Lake College “Steps to Success!” Start here: www.flc.losrios.edu/new-students
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Complete your application online. Fill out and submit your application starting February 1 (for summer/fall terms) or starting September 10 (for spring term). You will then receive a “welcome” email that includes your personalized student ID number, which you will need in order to access all of our services.
Schedule an on-ground orientation to learn more about the college. A general Los Rios online orientation is also available.
Assessment of your skills in English and mathematics will help you succeed in college by placing you in classes appropriate to your skill level. ESL (English as a Second Language) students are also required to take the ESL assessment.
CREATE AN EDUCATION PLAN Choose your first-semester classes.
REGISTER FOR CLASSES
Register for your classes online through eServices.
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