BC Description

No matter what your background or your academic or career interests are, Bakersfield College in Bakersfield, California will most likely have a program to meet your needs.

Bakersfield’s standard associate’s degree programs are categorized to help students clarify their career and academic interests. That is, majors are grouped together under general areas of interest such as business and management, health services, public services and the arts, helping students to narrow down their options based on their interests.

Based on the subject area, Bakersfield’s degrees either prepare you for a career or for a transfer to a four-year university.

Beyond these programs, Bakersfield has many other offerings such as classes specifically designed for students aged 55 years and over.

Other programs include a learning resource center, which provides basic skills instruction in English and math as well as workforce preparation.

Bakersfield also offers career and academic preparation for high school students as well as for those who are unemployed or facing financial challenges.

Probably one of its most outstanding student life offerings is Bakersfield’s award-winning student newspaper. In addition, there are a host of academic, political, artistic, social and environmental student clubs and organizations.

Bakersfield has an open admissions policy. However, certain programs, such as the one in registered nursing, have additional requirements and a separate application.

Tuition is significantly lower for California state residents and for non-residents who attended high school in California. Tuition may also be waived or at least lowered further for certain populations, including veterans.

Financial aid is provided to students who meet certain eligibility requirements.

Quick Facts about Bakersfield College

Location

Southwest

Setting

Mid-size City Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

No

Parking Permit Required

Yes

Selectivity

Open Admissions

In-State Tuition

$1,046

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,090

Retention Rate

71%

Enrollment

19,287

Year Established

1913

BC Ratings & Reviews

Overall School Rating: 4.5 See all ratings

50% of students gave Bakersfield College 5 stars overall.

5 star
  2 reviews
4 star
  1 review
3 star
  1 review
2 star
 
1 star
 

Student at This School - Grad Year 2012

Overall Rating:
5

Detailed Ratings

Bakersfield College is an all around great community college. Students are given proper one-on-one counseling and help when needed. They have a fitness center available, which i thought was great to use as relaxation time. Furthermore, many clubs are available to feel part of the school and earn leadership skills.

Student at This School - Grad Year 2011

Overall Rating:
4

Detailed Ratings

I've just started but so far Bakersfield college has been a good choice for me.I've gained confedence and skills. I look forward to compleating my courses and bettering my life. The only problems Ive had are waiting for classes because they fill up fast.My advise to others is to look for every advantage you can for inrollment instead of coming up short.

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BC Students

Total Students
19,287

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
100%
Graduate
0%

Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
100%
Out-of-State
0%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
7%
Asian
6%
Caucasian
34%
Latino
46%
Other
7%

Students State Origin

California
100%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%

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