California State University-Bakersfield (CSU Bakersfield) is a four-year, public school located in Bakersfield, CA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The CSU Bakersfield's 2024 tuition & fees is $7,696 for California residents and $19,576 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 78% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,655.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 9,613 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
CSU Bakersfield ranked 65th in California Colleges rankings. California State University-Bakersfield is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of California State University-Bakersfield is $7,696 for in-state students and $19,576 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,130 for in-state students and $18,634 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,755 for California residents and $19,635 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,189 for California residents and $18,693 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,696 | $19,576 |
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| Graduate | $9,130 | $18,634 |
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Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 5/10/2024)
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,755 | $19,635 |
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| Graduate | $9,189 | $18,693 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
CSU Bakersfield's acceptance rate is 86.55% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 9.25%. The average graduation rate is 49%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 9,613 students erolled in the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic statistics for CSU Bakersfield are listed in the following table.
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
California State University-Bakersfield offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at CSU Bakersfield
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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