C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Taft College

2-Year Public
📍 Taft, California 93268
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
A
86/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,135
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,627
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Taft College

27% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,125 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$209,086
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,240
1-Year Change
+0.6%
For parents & investors

The Taft College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $209,086
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,240/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 93268 (4.6% cap, Taft)

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🏆 Where Taft College Ranks

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

#26
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $9,072
Total Cost (On-Campus) $14,101 $22,069

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
63%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$4,627
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,182
$30,001 - $48,000$2,000
$48,001 - $75,000$4,518
$75,001 - $110,000$8,225

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 189 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 92 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 66 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 48 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 47 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 45 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 34 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 33 grads/yr Psychology, General 31 grads/yr Sociology, General 17 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 15 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 15 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 9 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 8 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 8 grads/yr Industrial Safety Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 7 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 5 grads/yr Mathematics, General 5 grads/yr History, General 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Taft College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Forensic science technicians
$67k/yr 20,700 jobs
Biological technicians
$52k/yr 82,700 jobs

Student Demographics

4,135
Total Students
51%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 17%
Hispanic 66%
Black 4%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 21%
Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 52%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,125 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 17%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Taft College?
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 Taft College?
Tuition at Taft College is $1,104 for in-state students and $9,072 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,627.
What is the graduation rate at Taft College?
The graduation rate at Taft College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Taft College a good school?
Taft College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Taft College?
Taft College has a total enrollment of 4,135 students.
Is there rental demand near Taft College?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at Taft College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,125 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Taft area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology