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General Information About California State University-Bakersfield California State University, Bakersfield is a comprehensive public university committed to offering excellent undergraduate and graduate programs that advance the intellectual and personal development of its students. An emphasis on student learning is enhanced by a commitment to scholarship, diversity, service, global awareness and life-long learning. The University collaborates with partners in the community to increase the region's overall educational level, enhance its quality of life, and support its economic development.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
Campus Setting - City: Large
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 5,090 Percent Admitted 61% Men Admitted 57% Women Admitted 63% Full Time Retention Rate 74% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 390 510 Math 410 530 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 15 21 English 14 21 Math 16 22
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $5,091 Room & Board Charge $6,305 Books & Supplies Cost $1,638 Dorm Capacity 329 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $10,203,660 Other Federal Grants $503,230 Scholarships & Fellowships $22,929,908 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $9,984,247 Average Grant Dollars Issued $6,039,688 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $11,464,954 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 9,524 Native American 104 Asian 612 African American 556 Hispanic 3,268 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 5,673 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 870




