Barstow Community College
About Barstow Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Barstow Community College teaches in the Mojave desert, on the road between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. It teaches many students at the army training center beside it, and business and psychology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1959
Location
Barstow, California
Students
2,657
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,104
Out-of-state: $9,744
Avg Net Price
$12,773
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,104
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
38.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
67.3%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
20.7%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Large
The 38.8% graduation rate is below average, but 67.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,104
In-State
$9,744
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
$22,193
After Financial Aid
$12,773
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,239
Receive Grants
49.3%
Take Loans
12.3%
Tuition is $1,104/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,773.
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 Barstow Community College fund their education.
While in School
49.3%
Get Grants
Free money
12.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,011
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$3,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$37/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $3,500, 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 Barstow Community College.
Gender
64.1%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,657
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.1%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
49.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 53.1% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
2,657
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Barstow Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 47 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
47
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
83% / 17%
39
Men
8
Women
2
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Barstow Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,104
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$37K
77 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
51 grads
Psychology, General
$40K
48 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
46 grads
Social Sciences, General
$22K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
25 grads
Median earnings are $35K 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.