Parking Permits Now Available Online

Parking permits for Summer 2019 are now available for purchase online. Get yours today!

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Nursing Assistant Orientation

The mandatory orientation date for the summer session of Nursing Assistant majors is May 29 from 5-7 p.m. in MS 156.

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Renegade Online Hub

Need help with Canvas or an online course? Swing by the Renegade Online Hub in L 130 for friendly in-person assistance! You can also email hub@bakersfieldcollege.edu or call (661) 395-4477 with any questions.

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Increased CLEP Testing Availability

Starting May 14, 2019, CLEP exams will be available on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week. Students will need to make an appointment at least 24 hours in advance of the test date. To reserve a seat, students will need to submit a completed BC CLEP registration form and $25 test administration fee.

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Current Students

Important Dates

05/20/19
Summer Session Begins
05/20/19 to 07/11/19
First Eight Week Session (May 20 - July 11)
05/20/19 to 06/13/19
First Four Week Session (May 20-June 13)
05/27/19
Memorial Day Holiday
06/10/19 to 08/01/19
Second Eight-Week Session (June 10 - August 1)

Upcoming Events

Arvin Community Event

05/21/19
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Ag/Energy Academy

06/15/19
9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Ag/Energy Academy

06/21/19
9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Distinguished Speaker Thomas Blackwell: 10 AM

09/09/19
10:00 am to 11:30 am
Distinguished Speaker Thomas Blackwell: 2 PM

09/09/19
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Register for Classes Now

Class Schedule

Enroll for classes at BC. In InsideBC -> myBanWeb "Add or Drop Classes," select the semester and search for classes.

Program Pathways Mapper

There's a pathway for everyone at Bakersfield College! Explore the Program Pathways Mapper today to learn all that BC has to offer!

$1,000 Essay Contest

Tribute to Gandhi Essay Contest

Submit an essay for the contest celebrating Gandhi's 150th Birthday from the Ravi & Naina Patel Foundation. 1st place prize: $1,000!

Renegade Online Programs

Renegade Online

Renegade Online is Bakersfield College's space devoted to the online learner. Search course offerings, degrees, and helpful resources.

Parking Map Updated as of August 6

A Better BC

We are building a better BC! Stay informed about the latest campus facility closures and work with Construction updates for a better BC.

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Catalog

Policies, admission requirements, academic programs and course descriptions can all be found in the BC Catalog. See the BC Catalog.

Athletics

Support your Renegades athletics teams!
Visit gogades.com.

Student Services

Academic Support

New Students

Important Dates

Arvin Community Event

05/21/19
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Ag/Energy Academy

06/15/19
9:00 am to 2:30 pm
New Student Orientation Summer 2019

06/18/19
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Ag/Energy Academy

06/21/19
9:00 am to 2:30 pm
New Student Orientation Summer 2019

07/09/19
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Admissions For:

4 graduates

Learning and Career Pathways

Explore the possibilities for your future career and education options. Each pathway is designed with support to keep you on the right path.

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New Students

Everything you need to know to apply for Bakersfield College!

BCAE/Jobspot campus

Bakersfield College Adult Education

Adult Education serves both North and South Kern. Find out more about the BC Adult Education/Job Spot Campus and services provided.

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BC Veterans Services

Check out the services we offer for our student veterans.

High school graduates

Early College

Early College gives Kern County high school students an opportunity to earn an associate degree or certificate while in high school.

Time to fill out your FAFSA.

Financial Aid

See what Financial Aid you qualify for, submit your FAFSA after you submit your taxes. Learn more about financing college at Financial Aid.

Where to Start

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Popular Programs

Community

Upcoming Events

Arvin Community Event

05/21/19
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Ag/Energy Academy

06/15/19
9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Ag/Energy Academy

06/21/19
9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Distinguished Speaker Thomas Blackwell: 10 AM

09/09/19
10:00 am to 11:30 am
Distinguished Speaker Thomas Blackwell: 2 PM

09/09/19
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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Humanities Review

Norman Levan

Dr. Norman Levan’s generosity included development of an online journal which publishes new works by emerging and established local writers in the spring of each year. Check out the Levan Humanities Review.

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Events Management

Did you know? You can rent our facilities for your next event!

WESTEC Career and Job Training We Change People's Lives!

WESTEC

WESTEC offers college credit for short and long-term training programs.

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Lectures and Events

Distinguished Speakers, Gadfly Cafes, Renegade Round Tables and more panels and speaker offered at the Levan Center for Humanities.

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Planetarium

Planetarium shows are open to the public. See the schedule of upcoming shows on the William M Thomas Planetarium page.

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Renegade Room

The Renegade Room is a fine dining restaurant, open to the community, run by Bakersfield College students. Join us!

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BC SouthWest Location

Bakersfield College holds classes in the Southwest. Find out more about the BC Southwest Campus and classes offered there.

Community Services

Learning Opportunities

News

Norman Levan Hispanic and Native American Culture Award

04/09/2019 9:59 am

Vote in BCSGA Elections Today!

04/08/2019 9:13 am

2019 Energy and Ag Academy - Application Deadline April 5

03/21/2019 10:51 am

English Department Student Colloquium - how to win $1500 for your essay

03/18/2019 9:34 am

Tribute to Gandhi Essay Contest

02/05/2019 10:41 am

Alumni

Upcoming Events

Arvin Community Event

05/21/19
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

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Alumni

Join the Alumni Association! Check out the benefits of joining, like student-rate discounts and free admission to athletic events.

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Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning

Learn for life! Check out courses at the Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning.

Bakersfield College Foundation

Help support Bakersfield College through a donation to the Bakersfield College Foundation.

Athletics

Support your Renegades athletics teams!
Visit gogades.com.

Alumni Links

News

Norman Levan Hispanic and Native American Culture Award

04/09/2019 9:59 am

Vote in BCSGA Elections Today!

04/08/2019 9:13 am

2019 Energy and Ag Academy - Application Deadline April 5

03/21/2019 10:51 am

English Department Student Colloquium - how to win $1500 for your essay

03/18/2019 9:34 am

Tribute to Gandhi Essay Contest

02/05/2019 10:41 am

Accreditation

Bakersfield College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, (415) 506-0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at: www.accjc.org

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