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California State University - Bakersfield Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$6,143/ year
National
$15,523
Net Price Calculator
csumentor.edu/finaid/pais
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $4,216/ year
  • $30-48k
    $5,040/ year
  • $49-75k
    $8,178/ year
  • $76-110k
    $12,460/ year
  • $110k+
    $15,006/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$7,147/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,027/ year
Average Housing Cost
$9,823/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$3,965/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,948/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
30%
Average Loan Amount
$4,519/ year
National
$6,768
Student Loan Options from Lenders
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Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
89%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$9,616/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    67%
  • State Grant Aid
    62%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    72%
  • Pell Grant
    67%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $4,923
  • State Grant Aid
    $2,483
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $5,256
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,847
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 113 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    43%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    23%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    13%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    13%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    7%
Financial Aid Website
csub.edu/finaid

Overall Value

Value
B+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
67%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.30 responses
Graduation Rate
43%
National
49%
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