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Campus Happenings

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Miracle Mutts Therapy Dogs

12/05/24 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Panorama Campus
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Polar Bear Plunge Fundraiser

01/01/25 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Panorama Campus
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Winter Closure

12/23/24 All Day
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In-Person Express Enrollment: BC SouthWest

01/08/25 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | BC Southwest Campus
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ENROLLMENT & AID

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Take your first step toward your future. We're here to guide you along the way.

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Make your college degree affordable with scholarships and financial aid.

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Student Perspectives

Experience Your Story

Bakersfield College (BC) cares about every part of the student experience. Read stories straight from our students about their BC experiences.

All Stories
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Life after college is going to be as smooth as possible if I stick to my undying optimism.
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Don’t be afraid to ask questions, meet with your counselors, utilize the free tutoring resources, and always make sure you're filling out your FAFSA.
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Join a club, and if you don’t see one you like, make it! Clubs might not seem that important but the network of like-minded students and professors is indispensable, and the opportunities that come up because you’re in a club are endless!
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Services & Resources

Support for Your Success

What are your interest and goals? We're here to help you succeed beyond Bakersfield.
We strive for a healthy campus community. Connect with counselors, health services, and more!
We all work better together. Let our tutoring & lab assistants help you succeed.
School can be extra challenging for parents. We have some resources to assist you while you concentrate on your education while raising children.
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Champion of Higher Education

Bakersfield College has been named a 2023 Champion of Higher Education by the Campaign for College Opportunity. The college received two awards: Excellence in Transfer and Equity Champion for Latinx Students.