Below Average

Score: 42/100

California Aeronautical University

4-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Bakersfield, California 93308

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 42%

Outcomes

C+

60/100

Affordability

16/100

Resources

C+

58/100

Experience

C+

61/100

Prestige

17/100

Quick Stats

388

Total Enrollment

42%

Graduation Rate

62%

Retention Rate

14.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $349,770
Avg rent near campus: $1,543/mo
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🏆 Where California Aeronautical University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#30

Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew

of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$15,030	$15,030
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$47,437	$47,437

Financial Aid

96%

Receive Any Aid

48%

Receive Pell Grants

93%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew 46 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from California Aeronautical University's top programs commonly pursue.

Airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers

$227k/yr 100,000 jobs

Commercial pilots

$123k/yr 55,400 jobs

Aircraft mechanics and service technicians

$79k/yr 139,400 jobs

Aircraft structure, surfaces, rigging, and systems assemblers

$62k/yr 33,600 jobs

Transportation, storage, and distribution managers

$102k/yr 216,700 jobs

Student Demographics

388

Total Students

11%

Women

49%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 40%

Hispanic 38%

Black 7%

Asian 11%

Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 18%

Hybrid (Some Online) 79%

Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%

25-64 (Adult) 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at California Aeronautical University?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend California Aeronautical University?

Tuition at California Aeronautical University is $15,030 for in-state students and $15,030 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at California Aeronautical University?

The graduation rate at California Aeronautical University is 42%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is California Aeronautical University a good school?

California Aeronautical University has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend California Aeronautical University?

California Aeronautical University has a total enrollment of 388 students.

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