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Berkeley City College

Berkeley, CA·Public·www.berkeleycitycollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Berkeley City College is a public community college in Berkeley, CA. The nearest beach is about 15 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 98/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Berkeley City College is a public community college in Berkeley, CA. The nearest beach is about 15 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 98/100 (Very 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)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$44 fees
$7,296
Out-of-State Tuition
+$212 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

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

15 miles

Ocean Beach SF, CA

Ski Access

128 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

128 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
128 mi away
1,680 skiable acres10 lifts
132 mi away
2,300 skiable acres13 lifts

Nearest Beach

Ocean Beach SF, CA

Ocean access within 15.4 miles

15 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Berkeley, CA

51°Jan53°Feb55°Mar57°Apr60°May63°Jun64°Jul64°Aug65°Sep63°Oct56°Nov51°Dec

Station: BERKELEY · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

98/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety95100100
95/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
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
$1,104$7,296
Fees
$44$212
Total
$1,148$7,508
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

58 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
248 grads/yr$62,672
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
90 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
39 grads/yr
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
32 grads/yr
EconomicsAssociate's
28 grads/yr

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate248 grads$62,672
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's90 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's39 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's32 grads
Economics
Associate's28 grads
Sociology
Associate's20 grads
Political Science and Government
Associate's16 grads
Education, Other
Certificate13 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
Associate's13 grads
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
Certificate12 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 Berkeley City College located?

Berkeley City College is located in Berkeley, CA. The main campus address is 2050 Center Sreet, Berkeley, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Berkeley City College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Berkeley City College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $7,296/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,508/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Berkeley City College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Berkeley City College the right fit for me?

Whether Berkeley City College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,296/year out-of-state), campus culture in Berkeley, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Berkeley City College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Berkeley, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
98/100
Nearest Airport
Oakland, CA (OAK) · 11 mialso CCR (14 mi), SFO (18 mi)

Location

Berkeley, 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.