Foothill College

Los Altos Hills, United States Founded 1957

Updated Jun 2026

Overview

English Name: Foothill College
Founded: 1957
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
Foothill College institutional facilities
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Foothill College is among the United States's colleges, founded in 1957 and based in Los Altos Hills, United States. It operates as a higher-education provider.

Location & Contact

Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Foothill College are gathered below for quick reference. Most enquiries route through the admissions team unless noted otherwise.

Academic Details

Foothill College at the institutional level: enrolment, staffing, and accreditation summary. Accreditation has expiry and renewal cycles worth checking on the awarding body site for currency.

Total Students: 11,137

Programs Offered

Foothill College's catalogue, searchable by name and grouped by level. Joint programmes with partner institutions appear here but carry dual-credentialing rules worth checking with both bodies.

94 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Bachelor's Degree in Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Dentistry

Associate's Degree 60 programmes

Associate's Degree in Accounting and Related Services
Accounting
Associate's Degree in Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Health Sciences
Associate's Degree in Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Associate's Degree in Anthropology
Social & Cultural Studies
Associate's Degree in Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services
Agriculture
Associate's Degree in Area Studies
Social & Cultural Studies
Associate's Degree in Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians
Media Studies & Mass Media
Associate's Degree in Biological and Physical Sciences
Liberal Arts
Associate's Degree in Biology, General
Biological Sciences
Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations
Business Administration

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Certificate 33 programmes

Certificate in Accounting and Related Services
Accounting
Certificate in Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Health Sciences
Certificate in Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Certificate in Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services
Agriculture
Certificate in Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians
Media Studies & Mass Media
Certificate in Biological and Physical Sciences
Liberal Arts
Certificate in Business Administration, Management and Operations
Business Administration
Certificate in Communication and Media Studies
Communication Studies
Certificate in Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer Sciences
Certificate in Computer Programming
Computer Sciences

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How to apply to Foothill College

Five steps that capture how most applications to Foothill College flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Foothill College

    Use the programme finder to browse Foothill College's 94 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Programme-level requirements at Foothill College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Foothill College processes applications through www.foothill.edu. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Foothill College

Quick answers to the most common questions about Foothill College — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

How old is Foothill College?

The institution opened in 1957 (approximately 69 years ago).

Where can I find Foothill College?

The institution is located in Los Altos Hills, United States.

What is Foothill College's control type?

Foothill College is a public institution.

How many students does Foothill College have?

The institution has a student body of 11,137.

What is Foothill College's official website?

The institution's website is www.foothill.edu.

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