Feather River Community College District

Overview

Feather River Community College District, located in Quincy, California, is a public institution established in 1968 amidst the scenic Sierra Nevada mountains. The college offers a range of associate degrees and certificates, with notable programs in Environmental Studies, Equine Studies, and Outdoor Recreation Leadership. Students have the option to live on-campus through the residence halls provided, a relatively unique feature among community colleges. The campus exhibits a rustic architecture blending with the natural surroundings and creates a tranquil learning environment. Feather River College typically has a high acceptance rate and places an emphasis on personalized education with a low student-to-faculty ratio. While not primarily known for its athletics, the college does have a few intercollegiate sports teams known as the Golden Eagles. The institution?s location, approximately 80 miles from the city of Reno, Nevada, contributes to its serene and rural college experience.

Feather River Community College District has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  464 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 919 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,380 plus fees of $81.