College statistics
- Address:
- 29 Cougar Court
Taft, CA
93268 - Sector Group:
- Public 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- www.taftcollege.edu/
- Setting:
- Town
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $1,104
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $10,848
- Room and Board:
- $8,095
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $38,823,034
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Lower Access, Higher Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Taft College is a public 4-year institution in Taft, California, offering liberal arts and sciences education to a regional population. The college enrolls approximately 4,135 students and serves the Central Valley community with accessible higher education pathways.
In-state tuition is $1,104 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $10,848. The total cost of attendance (including room and board) is $9,199 for in-state students and $18,943 for out-of-state students. Admissions are open, reflecting the college's role as an accessible entry point to a 4-year degree.
Taft College functions as both a traditional 4-year institution and a transfer pathway for students moving toward bachelor's degrees elsewhere. This model works well for students seeking affordable tuition, those from the local region, and those who benefit from a smaller enrollment environment before transferring. For more information, visit www.taftcollege.edu/.