California State University Bakersfield

At California State University Bakersfield, we understand that transparency and clarity regarding expenses are crucial for prospective students. Here’s a breakdown of the expenses you can anticipate during your academic journey:

Item	Description
Credits	Each course at California State University Bakersfield is assigned a specific number of credits, representing the workload and academic value of the course.
Tuition Fee per Year	The tuition fee covers the cost of academic instruction and support services provided by the institution. This fee is calculated on a per-year basis and varies depending on the program of study.
Living Expenses per Year	Living expenses encompass costs associated with accommodation, food, transportation, utilities, and personal expenses. These expenses are estimated based on the average cost of living in the area where the institution is located.
Other Expenses	Other expenses may include health insurance, books and supplies, technology fees, and miscellaneous costs related to academic and personal needs.

Total Amount for I20:

For international students applying for an I20, the total amount required includes the sum of tuition fees, living expenses, and other expenses for one academic year.

Admission Requirements

California State University, Bakersfield is a public university in Bakersfield, California. It was established in 1965 as Kern State College and officially in 1968 as California State College Bakersfield on a 375-acre campus, becoming the 20th school in the California State University system..To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Requirement Name	Required Score
Evaluation	Evaluation of applicant's academic background Not Required.
Backlogs	No more than 10 backlogs during the entire academic career
15 Years Education	Completion of 15 years of formal education Accepted.

Degree Certificate & Provisional/Course Completion:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by The Registrar of University/Controller of Exams
• Provisional/Course completion Certificate required for final year students.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

Individual Mark Statements and Consolidated All Memos:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by The Registrar of University/Controller of Exams.
• Only Consolidated mark sheet will not be accepted.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

10+2 /Equivalent Mark Sheet:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by the College Principal/Technical Board.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

10th /Equivalent Mark Sheets:

• In sealed envelopes to be attested by The School Principal.
• Original attestation on Photocopy

IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo Score Card:

• Official reporting should be done by the Student
• Photocopy

Statement of Purpose (Approx. 750 words):

• Hard and Soft copy

Bank Certificate:

• Original letterhead of bank with the a/c no. / a/c holder name / Amount in INR and US $

Affidavit of Support:

• Signed by the Sponsor & every university has its own affidavit
• Original

Passport – First and Last Page (2 pages):

• Photocopy

Photograph – Colour:

• Passport size

Other Certificates – Extra Curricular Activities:

• Photocopy

Resume:

• Duly signed
• Hard and Soft copy

Experience Letter:

• Required if more than 6 months gap / showing experience in resume
• Photocopy