Public4-year
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, California · Official Website ↗
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#4018
National
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#465
CA Rank
Overall Score
N/A
Accept Rate
0%
Grad Rate (6yr)
30.4K
Students
$1,380
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
38/100
Composite Score
#4018 nationally · #465 in CA
Student Outcomes
30%0/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%50/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%85/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.
About Bakersfield College
Bakersfield College is a public four-year university located in Bakersfield, California. It is ranked #4018 nationally and #465 in California by our composite scoring methodology. Bakersfield College has a test-optional admissions policy. It enrolls approximately 30,410 students , with costs below the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
N/A
In-State Tuition
$1,380
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,260
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
0%
Total Enrollment
30,410
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Large campus — wide range of programs and campus life
✓In-state tuition below national average for public universities
Considerations
!Below-average graduation rate — verify before applying
Who Is This College For?
1.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
2.Students who thrive in large, diverse campus environments
Frequently Asked Questions
Bakersfield College uses test-optional or holistic admissions. Contact the admissions office for the latest acceptance data.
Rankings
National Rank#4018
California Rank#465
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationBakersfield, CA
Enrollment30,410 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$1,380/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,260/yr
Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.
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All California Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.