California Aeronautical University California

Specialized aviation school in Bakersfield training pilots and aviation professionals with tuition under $16,000 annually.

College statistics

Address:
1450 Boughton Drive
Bakersfield, CA
93308
Sector Group:
Private For-Profit 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.calaero.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Annual In-State Tuition:
$15,030
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$15,030
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$23,880
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$23,880
Room and Board:
$8,850
Total Student Enrollment:
388
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Transportation and Materials Moving

California Aeronautical University is a small, for-profit institution in Bakersfield, California, focused on training students for careers in aviation and transportation. The school concentrates on hands-on, career-specific education rather than general undergraduate study.

Enrollment stands at 388 students. Annual tuition is $15,030, with a total cost of attendance of $23,880 when room and board are included. The school serves students seeking direct entry into aviation-related professions.

This school works best for students committed to aviation careers who prefer a focused, specialized curriculum over a broad liberal arts education. Prospective students should ask about program accreditation, licensing exam pass rates, job placement outcomes, and whether financial aid is available. Visit www.calaero.edu/ for more information.

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