1922
Taft, CA

School Details

Taft College, in Taft, California, is a public community college that focuses on preparing students for career advancement in their current field. It also helps students start an educational journey that will eventually lead to a 4-year college for a bachelor’s degree. Taft was founded in 1922 originally as Taft Junior College with classes held in Taft High School. The school was founded to accommodate the growing need for advanced education and training for the population of the city of Taft. In 1954, the school’s name changed to Taft College, and its campus was established. Today, Taft is part of the California Community College system.

Taft offers associate’s degrees, as well as a variety of certificates, some of which can be earned online through Distance Education. Taft online degrees allow students to study when and where it is convenient. As long as a location has internet access, it can serve as your online learning classroom.

Accreditation & Licensing

Taft College is accredited by:

Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC)

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