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Thank You for Choosing Foothill College!
Foothill College is on the quarter system with a shortened summer session. We offer in-person, online, and hybrid courses to meet your needs. For registration and other important dates and deadlines, see the academic calendar.
We have an open-admission policy. All students who are interested in earning a degree or certificate, transferring to a 4-year university, or looking to reskill for professional or personal development may apply for admission. To get started, see steps for priority registration and let us know which type of student you are.
Steps to Enroll for Priority Registration
To receive your earliest date to register, complete priority registration steps as listed. However completing these steps is not required to enroll in classes. Completing priority registration steps has shown higher success in achieving your goals. Note: High school students and students with a college degree are not eligible for priority registration.
What Kind of Student Are You?
We know everyone is unique.
Maybe you are transfering from another college or taking classes while in high school, or a first time to college military veteran. Maybe you are returning after a few quarters away from Foothill, or a college graduate looking to take a class for personal enrichment. Let us know your situation, and we'll point you to your steps for getting started.
AB 540 is a California law that allows all students who qualify, including undocumented students, to pay in-state tuition fees at all public colleges and universities in California.
Has it been awhile since you've been in the classroom? Do you want to take classes while working? See steps to apply for admission and resources to get you started at Foothill.
If you are a graduating high school senior, we are happy you are here! We hope you choose Foothill College as your next destination in your educational and life journey.
High School Dual Enrolled (9-12)
To participate in the Foothill College dual enrollment program, you need special permission from a parent or guardian and your high school principal or administrator.
If you've already completed some credit coursework at another college or university, and even if you are looking to only attend Foothill for a summer course, see steps to follow.
Our International Program caters specifically to international students on F-1 visas, providing counseling and assistance to more than 700 students from more than 70 different countries.
Supportive counselors and staff in our Veterans Resource Center understand your needs and will help you transition your military skills to civilian life. If you have served in the military or are a military dependent and are eligible, follow these steps to enroll in classes at Foothill.
If you've attended Foothill but were not enrolled during the previous quarter (does not apply to Summer Session), you are consider a former student and need to reapply for admission to register for classes.
Our Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides extensive support services if you identify as a student with needs for special accommodations. Contact us to get started.
