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Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA·Private for-profit·493 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 493 students.

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493
Students
$51,867
Net Price
50%
Grad Rate
$32,300
Earnings
10 yr
$9,500
Debt

About This School

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield is a private for-profit institution located in Bakersfield, California with approximately 493 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $51,867 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, and the typical graduate earns $32,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

This school is best suited for students in the Bakersfield area who want focused, career-oriented training and prefer a small, hands-on environment over a traditional college experience. The relatively low median debt at graduation — just $9,500 — is a genuine bright spot, suggesting students aren't leaving buried in loans, which matters a lot for families watching their bottom line. That said, the numbers tell a story worth sitting with: a 50% graduation rate means one in two students doesn't finish, and median earnings of $32,300 a decade after enrollment raise real questions about whether the $51,867 annual net price delivers enough return on investment. Before committing, I'd strongly encourage visiting campus, asking specific questions about job placement rates in your intended field, and comparing this program against local community college options that may offer similar training at significantly lower cost. If you do move forward, go in with a clear plan for completing the program — because the students who benefit most here are the ones who finish.

Setting
Large city
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,997

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$51,867
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants46%
Median debt at graduation$9,500

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
50%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$37,100
Female graduates$30,400

Gap: 18% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.4x

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

White15%
Black12%
Hispanic/Latino50%
Asian10%
Two or more races11%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (493 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield

3000 Ming Avenue

Bakersfield, CA 93304-5075

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield cost?

The average net price at Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield is about $51,867 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield?

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield has a graduation rate of 50%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

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.

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  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
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