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Public, 2-Year
Barstow, CA

Barstow Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$1,104

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

31.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$35,104

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Barstow Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Barstow, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $1,104, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 31.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$2,208

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$5,104

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$48,832

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$99,872

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 32%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Barstow Community College is $3,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.5%
34.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
44.8%
White
21.4%
Black
19.8%
Two or more
7.5%
Asian
3.8%
Unknown
1.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
International
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$1,104

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$12,140
$30k - $48k$12,029
$48k - $75k$13,871
$75k+$15,648

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$3,500
Pell Grant Recipients47.4%
Using Federal Loans12.3%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$6,677
Pell Grant Recipients51.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

63.7%

Success

31.7%

In-State Cost

$1,104

Age 25+ Students

49.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 7

Working at 6yr

1,342 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Barstow (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Barstow (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.