Taft College

Taft, California · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$2,823

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

28.0%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

3,556

In-state tuition

$1,108

Out-of-state tuition

$10,852

Cost of attendance

$14,074

Median earnings (10y)

$38,861

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

21 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (50% of credentials).

  • STEM9%
  • Health12%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts50%
  • Social sciences14%
  • Trades & services7%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

27 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's181
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's143
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Associate's129
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate127
Biology, General.Associate's99
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's82
Psychology, General.Associate's71
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's69
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's68
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate66
Sociology.Associate's36
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Associate's32
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's27
History.Associate's26
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's25
Mathematics.Associate's20
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Associate's13
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's13
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's13
Physical Sciences, General.Associate's11
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Associate's11
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate10
Engineering, General.Associate's9
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians.Associate's7
Special Education and Teaching.Undergraduate certificate5
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate5
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Taft College

Taft College is a mid-sized institution located in Taft, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,556 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Interdisciplinary, Health professions.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Taft College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $2,823 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,108 for in-state students and $10,852 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $14,074 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 28.0%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,861 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Taft College confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Interdisciplinary, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (50% of credentials), social sciences (14% of credentials), health (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Taft, California (town), Taft College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Taft College

Q.How much does Taft College cost?

The average net price at Taft College is $2,823 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $14,074.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Taft College?

Taft College has a 6-year graduation rate of 28.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Taft College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Taft College graduate earns $38,861 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Taft College?

Published tuition is $1,108 in-state and $10,852 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Taft College located?

Taft College is located in Taft, California (ZIP 93268).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Taft College at their official website.