Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Taft, California |
| Online | taftcollege.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Taft College is a public community college located in Taft, California, a small city in Kern County approximately 120 miles north of Los Angeles in the state's San Joaquin Valley. The campus, established in 1922 as part of the Taft Union High School District, occupies 39 acres in a rural setting and primarily serves students from California's Central Valley region. The college is known for its Dental Hygiene program and Energy Technology programs, which align with the region's oil industry presence. Taft College maintains on-campus housing facilities, uncommon for a California community college, and operates residence halls that house both traditional students and those in its notable Transition to Independent Living program for developmentally disabled students.
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $938 |
| Other Fees | $4 |
| Room and Board | $8,077 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,978 |
| Total One Year Cost | $14,101 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $938 |
| Other Fees | $4 |
| Room and Board | $8,077 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,978 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,069 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 34% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 12% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Business | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=124113 IPEDS survey data for Taft College.
Current students may use the Taft College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025