- Berkeley City College (BCC), an innovative and caring learning community. We are deeply committed to sustaining our student-centered learning environment, as we continue to foster partnerships with our community’s business, educational, civic, and nonprofit organizations. We take pride in programs that address the needs and learning styles of all students, and which help contribute to underrepresented populations’ success in college. BCC will provide you with a unique, dynamic and rewarding learning environment. Our students, faculty and staff reflect the ethnic and economic diversity of our community and, from a broader perspective, that of California’s community colleges. You can choose from majors in a variety of areas, including American Sign Language, Accounting, Art, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, English, Global Studies, Office Technology, Liberal Arts, Multimedia Arts, Psychology, Public and Human Services, Sociology, Spanish and Spanish Medical Interpreting. Internships in the sciences and community service opportunities will enhance your education. All prepare you for employment, improve your skills or allow you to continue your education at a four-year institution.
School Highlights
Berkeley City College serves 5,484 students (14% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and American), which is less than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 5,484 students
- In-state tuition: $1,144
- Out-state tuition: $6,256
- Student:teacher ratio: 29:1
- Minority enrollment: 93%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Berkeley City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 186 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Berkeley City College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
186 staff
294 staff
Student Body
The student population of Berkeley City College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 has decreased from 30:1 over five years.
The Berkeley City College diversity score of 0.81 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,484 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
790 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
4,694 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
361 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
790 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,694 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
21%
13%
% Asian
16%
6%
% Hispanic
1%
1%
% Black
26%
46%
% White
7%
5%
% Hawaiian
22%
24%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
4%
1%
Diversity Score
0.81
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3815%
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,144 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,256 is less than the state average of $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,144
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,256
$6,547
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
60%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,675
$10,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,000
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Vista is a premier, diverse student-centered learning community, dedicated to academic excellence, collaboration, innovation, and transformation. Vista, one of California's 107 community colleges, is located at 2020 Milvia Street in downtown Berkeley, in one of the world's great education centers. It is only two blocks from the University of California at Berkeley. Model Programs in American Sign Language, biotechnology, business, computer information systems, the liberal arts and social sciences, place Vista on the cutting edge of community college education in California. Classes convene at the college's urban setting in downtown Berkeley and at the University of California. Vista Community College offers a wide variety of financial aid programs and services to help you meet your educational costs. The college participates in the Federal Pell Grant Program, the Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant Program (SEOG), the Federal College-Work Study Program, and the Board of Governors Waiver Program (BOGEFW). Vista Community College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Berkeley City College cost?
Berkeley City College's tuition is approximately $1,144 for In-State students and $6,256 for Out-State students.
What is Berkeley City College's ranking?
Berkeley City College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Berkeley City College located?
Berkeley City College is located in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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