by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 3,566 undergraduates in 2020, Taft College is a small, public college located in Taft, California. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Taft College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Taft College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Taft College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Taft College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. There is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Taft College Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Taft College for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Taft College does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Taft College offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Taft College has a comparatively small, student body. There were 3,566 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,191 (33.4%). Part-time attendance was 2,375 (66.6%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,191 | 2,375 | 3,566 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Taft College is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Taft College #1543 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Taft College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Taft College Diversity Guide.
Taft College has a total of 104 student athletes, 45 men and 59 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $455,283 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $455,283 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Taft College Athletics