Bakersfield College
About Bakersfield College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bakersfield College has taught in the southern San Joaquin Valley since 1913 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Psychology, biology and business are its largest programs, and it serves the oil and farming country around it.
Founded
1913
Location
Bakersfield, California
Students
17,280
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,430
Out-of-state: $11,300
Avg Net Price
$14,621
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,291
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
20.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
7.8%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
32:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50.1%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
The 20.7% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,430
In-State
$11,300
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,018
After Financial Aid
$14,621
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,493
Receive Grants
30.4%
Take Loans
0.8%
Tuition is $1,430/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $14,621.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Bakersfield College fund their education.
While in School
30.4%
Get Grants
Free money
0.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,201
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,312
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$88/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,312, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bakersfield College.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
17,280
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
63.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
27.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 63.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
17,280
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bakersfield College fields 13 varsity teams with 443 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
443
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
285
Men
158
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Bakersfield Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,291
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$46K
2095 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$39K
326 grads
4yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
293 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
202 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$41K
174 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$86K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.