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Berkeley City College

Public Berkeley, CA · Urban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
39%
Graduation Rate
$41,217
Earnings (10yr)
$9,096
Net Price
4,456
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Overview

Berkeley City College serves over 4,400 students with an accessible net price of $9,096. This cost positions it as a practical choice for many looking to further their education in a vibrant community setting.

Data from Opportunity Insights shows that graduates have a median earning of $41,217 ten years after enrollment. This figure reflects the potential for upward mobility, although specific mobility rates and economic connectedness data are not available.

Students thrive in programs like Humanities, Social Sciences, Business & Marketing, Psychology, and Education. With a graduation rate of 39%, there is room for improvement, but the college supports a diverse student body, including those who rely on Pell Grants. This environment fosters growth for students committed to their educational journey.

Rankings

How Berkeley Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation39%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$9KRetention63%Pell Grant Rate13%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$12K$48-75K

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,258
In-State Tuition
$9,898
Out-of-State
$9,096
Avg Net Price
13%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,979
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,182
Family Income $30K–$48K
$12,123
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$35,404
6 Years After Entry
$38,043
8 Years
$41,217
10 Years
44%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,404 6yr $38,043 8yr $41,217 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 63%
Full-Time Faculty 40%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,330
Diversity Index 0.80
First-Gen Students 47%

Top Programs

Humanities 53%
Social Sciences 9%
Business & Marketing 7%
Psychology 6%
Education 6%
Mathematics & Statistics 4%
Communications 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
56%
White
22%
Hispanic
29%
Black
17%
Asian
18%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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