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Enrollment Deposit

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California State University-Bakersfield requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

California State University-Bakersfield is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

7.70%

California State University-Bakersfield is in the top 7.70% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

7.00%

California State University-Bakersfield is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

California State University-Bakersfield educates a diverse community of 9,613 students, with 8,188 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,425 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

9,613


Total Undergraduates

8,188

Total Graduates

1,425


Full-Time vs Part-Time

79% Full-Time

21% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at California State University-Bakersfield has a 87% acceptance rate. California State University-Bakersfield has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.


Acceptance Rate

87%

Location

Located in Bakersfield, CA, California State University-Bakersfield offers students a vibrant urban experience with all the advantages of a major metropolitan area.


City

Bakersfield


County

Kern County


State

California


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Large

About

California State University-Bakersfield features a student-focused approach with a 19 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

19 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

California State University-Bakersfield makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $7,521 with 78% of students receiving financial assistance including 67% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$7,521


Received Aid

78%


Pell Recipients

67%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $7,696

Out-of-State: $19,576

Demographics

The California State University-Bakersfield student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 99% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
2,773 (34%)
Women
5,415 (66%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
135 (2%)
18-19
1,891 (23%)
20-21
2,356 (29%)
22-24
1,861 (23%)
Over 25
1,945 (24%)

Outcomes

California State University-Bakersfield prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 46% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

46%

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