Reedley College has distinguished itself as one of the premier community colleges in California. The College has a long tradition of excellence and success since its beginning over 79 years ago. You will find excellence in academics, in transfer preparation, in career preparation, in student support programs, in personal development, and in athletics. Reedley College faculty, staff, and administrators are key to this excellence; and they provide the highest quality learning opportunities for our students and our communities.
We value this long tradition as we prepare for the future. Our current facilities are being modernized, and new construction is taking place, including an addition to the Library/Learning Resource Center, a new classroom building, and a new residence hall.
New educational programs and support services are being planned and implemented that will meet the needs of our students for many years to come. Reedley College has something to offer everyone, and I encourage you to use our website to explore the many options we have to offer. I am confident you will find everything you need at Reedley College. We are here to provide excellent educational programs, outstanding customer service, and the support you need to be successful.
Reedley College often referred to as Reedley, RC, or known to locals as The College is a public community college located in Reedley, California, southeast of the Fresno Metropolitan Area and only a 3 hour drive south to Los Angeles or 3 hour drive north to San Francisco. Reedley College is a part of the California Community Colleges system, within the State Center Community College District (SCCCD), and fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The school offers Associate's Degrees, and students can earn a Certificate of Completion, or transfer to a 4-year university of their choice. Reedley College students can choose to either pursue their AA (Associates in Arts) or their AS (Associates in Science), or obtain their GED (General Education Degree). Reedley College offers more than 80 major degrees and certificates for students to choose from.
Reedley College was founded in May 1926, as Reedley Junior College on the campus of Reedley High School. It became a full community college on July 1, 1946. In 1954, the school district voted to move Reedley College to its own campus and in 1956 it moved to its present location on what was once a part of the historic Thomas Law Reed Ranch (300 acres remain used as farmland). In 1963 the college joined the SCCCD and was renamed Kings River Community College in 1980. However, by popular demand, the name Reedley College was restored in July 1998.
There are approximately 11,878 students attending Reedley College and Reedley College's education centers also known as the North Centers. The race makeup of the main campus at Reedley College: 51.79% White, 3.71% Black or African American, 1.67% Native American, 5.83% Asian, 2.14% Filipino, 33.2% other races, and 4.5% from two or more races. 48.54% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 648 | $ 4,228 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 624 | $ 4,200 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 28 | $ 28 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,972 | 52% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 1,057 | 64% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 1,313 | 5% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,007 | 5% | |
Any Aid: |
69% |
