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Berkeley City College

Berkeley, CA·Public·4,541 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,541 students.

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4,541
Students
$8,957
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$39,000
Earnings
10 yr
$9,500
Debt

About This School

Berkeley City College is a public institution located in Berkeley, California with approximately 4,541 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,957 per year. Typical graduates earn $39,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Berkeley City College is a public community college in Berkeley, California. It is part of the California Community Colleges System and the Peralta Community College District. Berkeley City College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.

Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable way to start your college journey — at just $8,957/year average net price and $9,500 in median debt, the financial risk is relatively low. That said, the median earnings of $39,000 a decade after enrollment are modest, so this school makes the most sense as a transfer launchpad to a four-year university rather than a final destination. If your goal is to transfer to UC Berkeley or another Cal State school, the location and cost make it a smart, strategic first step.

Founded
1974
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Social Sciences10%
Business & Marketing8%
Psychology5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Communications3%
Computer Science2%
Education2%
Mathematics2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,148
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,684
Avg Net Price
$8,957
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants13%
Median debt at graduation$9,500

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$17,110

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White23%
Black17%
Hispanic/Latino28%
Asian19%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,541 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Berkeley City College

2050 Center Sreet

Berkeley, CA 94704

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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