Berkeley City Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $1,258
- Out-of-State Tuition: $9,898
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Berkeley City:
- Total Enrollment: 6,278, including 3,132 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.5% men, 57.5% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 36%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 63%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 73 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
Berkeley City Overview
Berkeley City College (Berkeley City) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Berkeley, CA. It is classified as large Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The Berkeley City's tuition & fees is $1,258 for California residents and $9,898 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 52% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $2,584.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,278 and the students to faculty ratio is 33 to 1 (3.03%).
Berkeley City College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Berkeley City College is $1,258 for in-state students and $9,898 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,379 for California residents and $11,292 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,258 | $9,898 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,379 | $11,292 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Berkeley City College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Berkeley City
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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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 | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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