Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at Bakersfield College
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Net Price
$15,011
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
Bakersfield College Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$14,621
Bakersfield College Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$14,493
$30–48k
$14,538
$48–75k
$15,011
$75–110k
$17,746
$110k+
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Understanding Your Aid Package
Bakersfield College has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$15,011/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$14,493/year
Get personalized cost estimates and assess whether borrowing makes sense.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$8,312
Range (25th–75th)$3,274 – $13,250
Median Parent PLUS Loans$9,813
Debt Manageability
0.16x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$37,291
Earnings Growth
+25%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$4,687
75th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$18,322
25th %ile
$59,738
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakersfield College Cost & Financial Aid
Bakersfield College's published tuition is $22,018 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $15,011—a difference of $7,007.
Families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $14,493 at Bakersfield College. 30% of students receive Pell Grants.
Bakersfield College offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for Bakersfield College graduates is $8,312, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $88 over 10 years.
