BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE (BC)
- 1801 Panorama Dr
- Bakersfield, CA 93305
- OPEID College Code: 00111800
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- General Phone: (661) 395-4011
- President: Dr. Greg A. Chamberlain
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 18,402
- College Alias: BC
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Bakersfield College - Details
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Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- www.bakersfieldcollege.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
Bakersfield College Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Cerro Coso Community College (CCCC)
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
74 Miles Away - Porterville College (PC)
Porterville, CA 93257
44 Miles Away
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Bakersfield College Stadium
Althea as Sojourner Truth: Women's History Month at Bakersfield College
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.bakersfieldcollege.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: BC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 63%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 2% | 49% | 62% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,043 | $3,596 | $840 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.9% | 12.3% | 10.4% |
| Number in Default | 27 | 20 | 21 |
| Number in Repayment | 194 | 162 | 201 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $662 | $518 | $518 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $662 | $518 | $518 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,486 | $5,246 | $5,078 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,500 | $1,314 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,500 | $6,500 | $5,400 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,150 | $2,656 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,194 | $3,150 | $2,656 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,300 | $2,018 | $1,832 |
| In-State | $2,300 | $2,018 | $1,832 |
| Out of State | $7,124 | $6,746 | $6,392 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $14,796 | $11,668 | $9,888 |
| In-State | $14,796 | $11,668 | $9,888 |
| Out of State | $19,620 | $16,396 | $14,448 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $5,494 | $5,168 | $4,488 |
| In-State | $5,494 | $5,168 | $4,488 |
| Out of State | $10,318 | $9,896 | $9,048 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 18,402 Undergraduate: 18,402
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,043 Female: 10,359
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 8,043 Female: 10,359
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,962 Part-Time: 12,440
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,962 Part-Time: 12,440
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 50 | 0.3% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1,263 | 7% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 465 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 5,394 | 29% |
| Ages 20-21 | 3,252 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,659 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,501 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,417 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 939 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,170 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 568 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 36 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.01% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 807 | 501 | 306 |
| Faculty Status | 506 | 249 | 257 |
| Tenured Faculty | 207 | 207 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 506 | 249 | 257 |
| Primarily Instruction | 506 | 249 | 257 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 31 | 31 | - |
| Other Professionals | 30 | 30 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 240 | 191 | 49 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 124 | 100 | 24 |
| Skilled Crafts | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 65 | 56 | 9 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,341 (235) | $87,829 (116) | $84,891 (119) |
| Instructor | $86,341 (235) | $87,829 (116) | $84,891 (119) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $99,441 (11) | $93,996 (7) | $108,970 (4) |
| Instructor | $99,441 (11) | $93,996 (7) | $108,970 (4) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,119 (246) | $87,208 (123) | $85,030 (123) |
| Instructor | $86,119 (246) | $87,208 (123) | $85,030 (123) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 422 | 271 | 151 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 422 | 271 | 151 |
| Baseball | 33 | 33 | - |
| Basketball | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Football | 111 | 111 | - |
| Golf | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Soccer | 26 | - | 26 |
| Softball | 18 | - | 18 |
| Swimming | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Tennis | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Volleyball | 19 | - | 19 |
| Wrestling | 19 | 19 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $17,967 | $21,234 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $5,669 | $1,215 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Football | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Golf | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Swimming | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Tennis | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Wrestling | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 68%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 21% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 20% |
| Female | 22% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| Unknown | 21% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Liquor Related | - | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 7 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 17 | 11 |
Bakersfield College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Bakersfield College
- Reviewed on: February 09, 2010
Flag Review - Rating:
- GREAT SCHOOL
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
