Understanding Tuition & Fees
See how the tuition and fees at Bakersfield College match up to the average and see what you can do to successfully prepare for potential college tuition growth.
Bakersfield College Tuition & Fees Vs. Other Schools
The next table shows how Bakersfield College compares to other colleges nationally, regionally and by state.
| Nationwide | Far Western US | California | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Below Average |
Tuition Discounts Offered to Students Living in California
Tuition and fees at Bakersfield College is nearly completely subsidized for residents of California. Tuition and fees for in-state students is set at $1,325 for the 2019 - 2020 year, a 82.9% discount off the price charged to out-of-state students. Tuition is $1,288 and fees $37.
Out-of-state students at Bakersfield College spent $7,737 in fees and tuition in 2019 - 2020. $37 was for fees, and $7,700 was charged for tuition.
View the table below to find 2019 - 2020 academic year costs.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $7,700 | $37 | $7,737 |
| In-State | $1,288 | $37 | $1,325 |
Find Bakersfield College cost per credit hour here.
Are Tuition & Fees Increasing or Decreasing?
Tuition and Fees for out-of-state students attending Bakersfield College increased with a standard annual rate of 6.6% within the last five years. Over that same period, tuition increased by 6.6% and fees increased by 0.0%. Based on this, we predict the price of tuition and fees for this year will be $8,245.
At this rate, we estimate the total cost of tuition and fees for a two year degree to be $17,030 and $36,367 for a four-year degree. This doesn't include other costs including room and board, books, and transportation.
Look at this next chart to discern how Bakersfield College fees and tuition may develop including residency based reductions in the years to come.
Be aware of just how much the tuition and fees are rising each year. At a lot of colleges students will wind up spending more money on their last year of school compared to what they did for their first.
Learn answers to your financial problems in the tuition & fees FAQ.
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