Apply & Register

To be eligible, you must have

• attended a high school (public or private) in California for three or more years
• graduated from a California high school or attained the equivalent (for example, passing the GED or California High School Proficiency exam) prior to the start of the term that you are applying at Foothill College

Follow these steps if you qualify for AB 540 status

1. Apply for admission to Foothill
2. Complete the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption (AB 540) Form
3. Apply for financial aid using the Californian Dream Act application
4. Follow enrollment steps for Priority Registration
5. Consider joining one of our learning communities
6. Visit our Dreamers and Undocually website to learn about support.
7. Register for Classes!

Has it been awhile since you've been in the classroom? Are you working and wanting to take classes at the same time?

Visit or contact our Adult Ed Student Success Specialist. They can answer any questions you may have and provide the support you need to get started with your educational goals.

Follow these steps to get started!

1. Apply for admission to Foothill
2. If you plan to earn a degree or cerificate or transfer to a 4-year university, follow enrollment steps for Priority Registration.
3. If you are taking a class for personal enrichment, skip Step 2 and move to how to register for classes.

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.

We have a lot to offer at Foothill at an affordable price, whether you are looking to transfer to 4-year university or train for a career.

Be sure to check out Foothill College Promise. First-time, full-time students (12 units or more) are eligible to have the cost of tuition and fees fully paid for their first year at Foothill College.   

NEXT STEPS

Depending on how close you are to graduating from high school, you can

• Schedule a campus tour to learn more about Foothill and/or
• Attend a SOAR Workshop to get priority registration for the fall quarter after you graduate

We look forward to seeing you on campus!

High school students enrolled in grades 9-12 can take Foothill College classes for free.*

*Foothill College waives enrollment and all other fees** for dual enrollment as long as you do not take more than 11.5 units during the fall, winter, and spring quarters (six units in the summer).  

**The cost of textbooks, other course fees such as materials fees, and parking fees are not waived. 

• To participate in the dual enrollment program, you need special permission from a parent/guardian and your high school principal/administrator.  
• To get started, follow these Steps to Enroll

If you've already completed some credit coursework at another university, and even if you are looking to only attend Foothill for a summer course, follow these steps.

1. Apply for Admission
2. Meet Assessment and/or Course Prerequisite Requirements
3. Meet with a Counselor after you apply for admission and receive your Foothill College student ID. If you are only taking one class but have questions, our counselors offer several ways to meet with them to determine you educational goals.
4. Register for Classes
5. Pay for Classes
   Pay your fees as soon as possible after registering. If you need help paying for college, we offer financial aid options and payment plans. Remember that you may be dropped from your classes if you do not pay in a timely manner

We are happy you plan to study at Foothill!

Our International Programs Office caters specifically to international students on F-1 visas, providing counseling and assistance to more than 700 students from more than 70 different countries.

To start, visit the International Students Admissions page to complete the application process.

We look forward to meeting you once you join our community!

We are proud you are considering joining our Foothill College community.

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.

The use of benefits is not required to participate in the services offered at the Veterans Resource Center.

1. Apply for admission to Foothill
2. Request your VA Benefits
3. Follow enrollment steps for Priority Registration Note: If needed, you can request accommodated testing for your assessment tests.
4. Register for Classes

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.

If you've already completed the priority enrollment steps for priority registration, you will need to become a continuing student again to get back into the priority registration queue.

We are glad you are back!

Our Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides extensive support services if you identify as a student with needs for special accommodations.

We'll help you get started with the admissions application process and everything you need to register for and succeed in your classes.

Contact the DRC

For immediate Alternate Media needs, contact the DRC:

Location: Student Resource Center (5400)
Email: drc@fhda.edu
Phone: 650.949.7017

If you have questions about other services, see who to contact.

If you are eligible for services in the DRC, follow these steps to enroll in classes at Foothill.

1. Apply for admission to Foothill
2. Register for services in the DRC
3. Follow enrollment steps for Priority Registration Note: You can request accommodated testing for your assessment tests.
4. Register for Classes