Bakersfield Colleges

DeVry University
Bakersfield, California

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Leisure, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

Kaplan College
Bakersfield, California

Kaplan College teaches students skills that have relevance in many fast-growing employment areas. Several forms of tuition assistance may be available for qualified enrollees.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

Milan Institute
Bakersfield, California

Offers career training in business, legal and medical-related fields. Located at nine campus sites in Texas, California, Idaho, and Nevada.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Bakersfield College
1801 Panorama Dr
Bakersfield, California 93305-1299

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, child development, speech and rhetoric, mass communication, registered nursing, business management, biology, architectural tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 17,405 students, 9,608 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

California College of Vocational Careers
2822 F St - Ste L
Bakersfield, California 93301

• Programs: allied health and medical assisting, dental assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 32 students, 32 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Lyles Bakersfield College of Beauty
2935 F St
Bakersfield, California 93301

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor, personal grooming.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 206 students, 161 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield
201 New Stine Rd
Bakersfield, California 93309

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: pharmacy tech, business management, respiratory care tech, corrections, dental assistant, HVAC tech, security and protective services, medical assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 602 students, 602 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

California State University-Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, California 93311-1099

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, education, criminal justice and safety, psychology, registered nursing, sociology, English.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 7,700 students, 6,607 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 356 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 400-510. Math: 410-540.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Santa Barbara Business College
211 S Real Rd
Bakersfield, California 93309

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: pharmacy tech, medical assistant, business, criminal justice and safety, medical office assistant, legal assistant, system administration, business support services.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 482 students, 482 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.