Taft College

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Taft, CA
(661) 763-7700
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What Are the Key Stats for Taft College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$1,108

Total Enrollment

4,464

Graduation Rate

33.8%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

705

Last reported year

How Taft College Compares

4,464 students places Taft College squarely in the typical trade-college range. $1,108 tuition and $4,627 net price after aid Graduation runs at 34% and retention at 65%. Use these as a baseline against peer institutions — the school sits in normal trade-college territory across most dimensions.

Where is Taft College?

What are the Most Popular Programs at Taft College

158 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 24.0101
92 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 30.0101
66 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 51.0000
48 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 26.0101
47 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 24.0103

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Enrollment

Taft College enrolls 4,464 students. The student body is 50.4% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 65% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Taft College maintains a 24:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 65% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Taft College employs 48 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 24:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. The faculty brings diverse perspectives and expertise to create an inclusive learning environment.

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Programs

Taft College offers programs in 21 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. In 2024, the college awarded 705 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Taft College is $1,108 for in-state students and $9,076 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $4,627. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Taft College achieves a 24.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 22.2% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
29 Cougar Court
Taft, CA, 93268
Administrator
Brock McMurray
Acting Superintendent-President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,108
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $9,076
Average Net Price $4,627

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00130900
EIN: 952266481
IPEDS ID: 124113
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