Overview

Type of School: Public, 2-year
Student Body: 7,031 students
     Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,031
     Graduate Enrollment: 0
     Full-Time Enrollment: 1,184
     Part-Time Enrollment: 5,847
     Men: 69%
     Women: 31%
In-State Tuition: $8,406
Out-of-State Tuition: $13,296

School Mission Statement

The mission of the West Kern Community College District is: Taft College is committed to student learning in transfer and career and technical education programs supported by pre-collegiate basic skills and a wide range of student services. All programs and services are focused on the educational needs of the community learners. The vision of the West Kern Community College District is: At Taft College all learners achieve their learning goals. We value: Students and evidence of their success A learning community with teaching excellence An environment conducive to learning, fairness, and continuous improvement A communicative, collaborative, collegial, and respectful culture A partnership of students, faculty, and support services Innovation, diversity, creativity, and critical thinking A mutually beneficial relationship with the community we serve Academic, financial, personal and professional integrity A transparent, accessible governance structure that includes institutional-wide dialogue Given our vision, mission and values, these are our goals: Operate the college with a comprehensive educational master plan focused on student learning Increase awareness of Taft College

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