Financial Aid

Find out how affordable San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA really is — tuition, net price, and aid details below.

Bakersfield, CA

Program Tuition Range

$21,997 – $52,543

Programs Tracked

6

Average Net Price

$21,599

Tuition Type

Per Program

Costs vary by program

Tuition by Program

This school charges tuition on a per-program basis. Costs vary depending on the program of study.

Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

20 months

$52,543
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

15 months

$41,237
Medical/Clinical Assistant

9 months

$21,997
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant

9 months

$22,676
Electrician

10 months

$26,377
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
$49,857

As a program-based institution in CA, San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield sets tuition by program. Costs range from $21,997 to $52,543 for its 6 largest programs. The average net price after aid is $21,599.

Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

The lowest-income bracket at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield still faces a net price of $21,844. Understanding the full cost picture is essential for financial planning.

$0 - $30,000

$21,844

$30,001 - $48,000

$24,701

$48,001 - $75,000

$20,445

$75,001 - $110,000

$25,894

Over $110,000

$28,139

Financial Aid Overview (2022-23)

At San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield, 81% of first-time students receive grants or scholarships, averaging $4,988 per recipient. Here's how aid is distributed.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

269 of 304 students

88%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

246 (81%)

Average Award

$4,988

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

245 (81%)

Average Award

$4,761

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

2 recipients (1%)

$5,160 avg

Institutional Grants

1 recipients (%)

$2,000 avg

Student Loans (2022-23)

At San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield, 61% of students use federal loans to fund their education. The average amount borrowed is $6,976. Consider all aid options before borrowing.

Total Borrowers

778

61% of students

Average Loan Amount

$6,976

Financial Aid Resources

Net Price Calculator

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Financial Aid Office

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FAFSA Information

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for grants, loans, and work-study programs.

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Payment Plans Available

Paying for school doesn't have to happen all at once. San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield and similar institutions often provide flexible payment arrangements, including:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 02120703
IPEDS ID: 122694

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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