Bakersfield College

Bakersfield College is a 2-year, public university located in Bakersfield, CA. Students at Bakersfield College can enroll in associate’s degree programs.

Bakersfield College Military & Veteran Support Programs

Bakersfield College offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• Bakersfield College has GI Bill approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP exam
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• Bakersfield College is not a Yellow Ribbon school
• Bakersfield College is not a MyCAA approved school

Is Bakersfield College a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, Bakersfield College is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is Bakersfield College a Yellow Ribbon school?

No, Bakersfield College is not a Yellow Ribbon School.  However, as a state school most of the costs of tuition are still 100% covered by the GI Bill.  Please check with the school to ensure you are covered.

What are Bakersfield College’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

Bakersfield College’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are Bakersfield College’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

Bakersfield College’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Bakersfield College offer online degree programs?

Yes, Bakersfield College offers online degree programs. 

Is Bakersfield College approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Bakersfield College is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Message from Bakersfield College

Bakersfield College is committed to providing excellent learning opportunities in basic skills, career and technical education, and transfer courses for our community so that our students can thrive in a rapidly changing world.