Taft College

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Primary Address

29 Cougar Ct.
Taft, CA 93268

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Contact Info

(661) 763-7700
jescobedo@taftcollege.edu
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Taft College is committed to creating a community of learners by enriching the lives of all students we serve through career technical education, transfer programs, foundational programs and student support services. We provide an equitable learning environment defined by applied knowledge leading to students’ achievement of their educational goals.

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Taft College provides resources and programs to meet the diverse needs of its students.

Financial Aid

Grants, scholarships, loans and more

Find out how to save money with financial aid options, like grants, scholarships, and loans to help pay for your education.

(661) 763-7762
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Transfer Center

Counseling, resources, and support

Preparing students to transfer to participating four-year colleges and universities.

Juana Rangel-Escobedo

Transfer Counselor

jescobedo@taftcollege.edu
(661) 763-7748
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Career Education

Career education certificates and training courses

Offering a pathway to success that allows you to learn by exploring, collaborating, and doing from expert instructors and industry professionals.

Kristi Richards

Career Transitions Facilitator-Counselor

(661) 763-7813
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BASIC NEEDS

Food, Housing, and Transportation

Get additional support to help remain focused on your education and your success. Find information on basic needs support services such as food pantries, housing, tutoring and transportation.

Cougar Support Center

Giselle Hovind

Student Support Coordinator

basic.needs@taftcollege.edu
(661) 763-7814
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Foster Youth Services

NextUp - For Foster Youth Student Success

Offering services and support for eligible current and former foster youth.

Lourdes Gonzalez

EOPS/CARE/NextUp & CalWORKs Coordinator/Counselor

lgonzalez@taftcollege.edu
(661) 763-7830
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Undocumented, AB 540 eligible student resources and services

Resources for Dreamer Students

Giving answers and support to undocumented students of all nationalities and backgrounds.

jdumbrigue@taftcollege.edu
(661) 763-7926
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VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER

For Military Connected Students

Providing various types of aid, benefits and support for current servicemembers and veterans.

Dr. Vicki Jacobi

Veterans’ Counselor

Vjacobi@taftcollege.edu
(661) 763-7815
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Wherever you are in life, we support you.

California Community Colleges help all types of students reach their goals.

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High school students

It's a perfect time to start thinking about what you want to study. You can even get a head start on college and enroll in community college classes while still in high school. Ask your counselor for help matching your interests with a major and career path to select the classes you need.

Community College Students

If you plan to continue your studies at a four-year university, schedule an appointment with a counselor at your college's transfer center. Create a step-by-step plan to meet your educational goals on your timeline.

Veterans

Community college helps returning veterans make a smooth and affordable transition from military service into the highly competitive job market. Military service may even qualify you to earn credit for prior learning.

Foster Youth

Every community college campus has a foster youth liaison to help support students throughout their educational journey. And, with the NextUp program, the colleges also offer eligible current and former foster youth support and services that could include help with books, transportation, tutoring, housing and more.

Taft College offers more than a degree. They offer a path to the life you want.

Choose your own future

Take control of your life by enrolling in a California community college today.
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