Berkeley City College
About Berkeley City College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Berkeley City College teaches in downtown Berkeley, a few blocks from the University of California, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and psychology are among its largest programs, and many of its students transfer up the hill.
Founded
1974
Location
Berkeley, California
Students
4,456
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,258
Out-of-state: $9,898
Avg Net Price
$9,096
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,217
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
36.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.8%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
34:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.3%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Large
The 36.4% graduation rate is below average, but 62.8% 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
$1,258
In-State
$9,898
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,492
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,845
After Financial Aid
$9,096
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,979
Receive Grants
12.6%
Take Loans
0.8%
Tuition is $1,258/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,096.
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 Berkeley City College fund their education.
While in School
12.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,864
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Berkeley City College.
Gender
56.8%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,456
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
35.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 46.8% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,456
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Berkeley City Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,217
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
90 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
39 grads
Psychology, General
—
32 grads
Economics
—
28 grads
Sociology
—
20 grads
Political Science and Government
—
16 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.