Bakersfield College

Admissions & Records

Concurrent enrollment at Bakersfield College is a smart choice for high school students because it makes higher education available at a place where an excellent education is convenient and affordable. This is particularly valuable for students who don’t want to wait until they graduate from high school to begin taking college classes that are transferable to a four-year institution.

High school students may take college level (degree applicable) classes on a seats-available basis with permission from a parent and their high school principals. No non-degree applicable courses (such as Academic Development classes, Math B50, or Engl B60) are permitted. High school students need to complete the matriculation process – Admission/update, Orientation, Assessment, and Counseling – in order to register during open web registration.

Step 1 - Admission/Update

Before high school students can register they must complete the Admission/Update form.

Step 2 - Orientation

Concurrent students may complete the orientation online at our Counseling web site or in person by checking the orientation dates in our class schedule. The first time you log on you will be asked to change your PIN from your birthdate to a new six digit number.

Step 3 - Assessment

The assessment test schedule can be found in the current class schedule. Please bring the following items with you to the test:

two #2 pencils
a calculator
your Social Security number or Student ID number.

If you are planning to take an English class you will need to take the essay portion and may bring a dictionary with you; however, please allow at least three months for results.

Step 4 - Counseling

The last step for full matriculation is seeing a counselor or advisor. Call 395-4421 after completing the assessment test for an appointment or the current drop-in schedule. The counselor will review the assessment scores and other criteria for course placement.

Step 5 - Concurrent Enrollment Form

Bring your completed Concurrent Enrollment Form to the Office of Admissions and Records. If all the matriculation steps have been completed, you will be cleared to register for class on the first day of open registration.

If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions & Records office at (661) 395-4301.