
Apply & Register
Getting Started
Our Virtual ServicesFor the safety of our Foothill students, faculty and staff and all their families, fall and winter classes will be virtual—with a limited exception for select Allied Health labs as circumstances allow. To reach our virtual offices, see contact information for Instruction and Student Services. Also use our new Footsie Chatbot on our Admission and Records web pages to ask questions. |
Thanks for choosing Foothill College!
We have an open-door admission policy. If you have a high school diploma or equivalent, you're in.
We're on the quarter system with a shortened summer session. For registration and other important dates and deadlines, see the academic calendar.
Steps to Enroll
These steps have shown higher success and are helpful in achieving your goals. In order to receive the highest date to register these steps are required, but are not required to enroll in classes. *High School Students are not eligible for priority registration*
Apply for Admission
Meet Assessment Requirements
- See which assessment method is best for you
- 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, submit a Prerequisite Clearance form to Admissions and Records.
Complete Orientation
- Attend a SOAR workshop
- Take Counseling 5 (1-unit course)
- Complete Online Orientation
Create an *Education Plan
*In order to fulfill this requirement, your student education plan (SEP) must include the term in which you plan to register.
- Schedule a 30-minute appointment with a counselor OR
- Attend Counseling Drop-In Session during Quick Question Hours. No appointment necessary.
Register for Classes
Once you've completed these steps, you will get priority enrollment to register for classes.
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.
FOOTHILL COLLEGE PROMISE
IF you are a high school graduate or equivalent, first-time-to-college student, and plan to take 12 units or more (full-time status), you are eligible to have the cost of tuition and fees fully paid for your first year at Foothill. Learn more about Foothill College Promise!
Not Sure Which Steps You Need?
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 and fun!
IF this is your FIRST TIME applying for admission, answer What Kind of Student Are You? to see other steps you may need to follow.
IF you are an Undocumented Dreamer
- Apply for admission with the Foothill College online application form
- Then see if you qualify for AB 540 California Nonresident Tuition Exemption
IF you are a Military Veteran
- Apply for admission with the Foothill College online application form
- Then, for additional steps, visit the Veteran Resource Center
Disability Support Services & Alternative Media
If you require alternative media services or other accommodations, visit our Disability Resource Center.

Need Help?
Contact Us!
Admissions and Records
650.949.7325
Student Services Building 8100, Room 8101
A & R Office Hours
Spring Hours
MAIN CAMPUS
MONDAY–THURSDAY 9 a.m.–5 p.m.FRIDAY 9 a.m.–Noon
SUNNYVALE CENTER
CLOSED Please contact Main Campus for virtual services.HOLIDAYS & EXCEPTIONS
CLOSED April 16 All-Disrict MeetingCLOSED May 31 Memorial Day Holiday
In Student Services, we acknowledge our role in not serving our Black students adequately. Please read full statement of our commitment to alter our course of action with a quaretly updated public plan. |