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Bakersfield College

Bakersfield, CA·Public·https://www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Bakersfield College is a public college in Bakersfield, CA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Bakersfield College is a public college in Bakersfield, CA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,380
In-State Tuition
+$50 fees
$9,330
Out-of-State Tuition
+$50 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Urban setting

Beach Access

76 miles

Carpinteria, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

60°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

94 mi away
102 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts

Nearest Beach

Carpinteria, CA

Ocean access within 76.3 miles

76 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Bakersfield, CA

49°Jan52°Feb57°Mar62°Apr70°May77°Jun84°Jul82°Aug77°Sep67°Oct56°Nov48°Dec

Station: BAKERSFIELD 5 NW · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

83/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8862100
88/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
62/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,380$9,330
Fees
$50$50
Total
$1,430$9,380
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

125 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
2,095 grads/yr$45,584
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
1,630 grads/yr
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
326 grads/yr$38,723
Biology, GeneralAssociate's
293 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
202 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's148 grads$103,477
Education, General
Associate's$56,662
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's$51,090
Sociology
Associate's123 grads$45,822
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's2,095 grads$45,584
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's174 grads$40,694
Psychology, General
Associate's326 grads$38,723
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Associate's106 grads$28,483
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate1,630 grads
Biology, General
Associate's293 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bakersfield College located?

Bakersfield College is located in Bakersfield, CA. The main campus address is 1801 Panorama Dr, Bakersfield, CA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Bakersfield College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Bakersfield College charges $1,380/year for in-state students and $9,330/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,380/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Bakersfield College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Bakersfield College the right fit for me?

Whether Bakersfield College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,330/year out-of-state), campus culture in Bakersfield, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Bakersfield College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Bakersfield College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Bakersfield, CA
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 60°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
83/100
Nearest Airport
Bakersfield, CA (BFL) · 5 mialso MHV (53 mi), WJF (63 mi)

Location

Bakersfield, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.