Colleges Near China Lake
China Lake started out in 1943 as a Navy missile test range. Today, it is the Navy's premier research and test site for the latest air weapon systems. Nestled in the Indian Wells Valley, about 2 ½ hours north of Los Angeles, China Lake Naval Weapons Station is a land of extremes. Nearby are both the highest and lowest points in the Lower 48:
- Mount Whitney, at 14,497 feet above sea level;
- Badwater, at 282 feet below sea level.
The base borders the city of Ridgecrest--population 25,895--and it makes a great place to live. For those who dislike big-city hassle, the isolation is welcome.
From its location in the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas, China Lake Naval Station is close to a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities such as:
- hiking
- whitewater rafting
- rock climbing
- scenic sightseeing
China Lake Naval Station: Colleges and Education Options
California State University and Bakersfield College in Bakersfield, California, are the closest four-year colleges and nearby Ridgecrest has a two-year community college--Cerro Coso.
California State University, Monterey Bay’s online MBA program was originally created for experienced executives with a focus on global business, corporate leadership and technology. The program now offers two unique tracks to suit the needs of both experienced executives and those aspiring to become executives.
Give your career a boost with University of Saint Mary. We offer online degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels to help make your educational and professional goals a reality.
You can advance your career with a degree from Charter College Online. We offer several Associates and Bachelors degrees in the business, health care, accounting and legal fields. Our accelerated programs are designed to help you complete your degree as quickly as possible. We offer year-round classes and flexible scheduling - study anytime from anywhere. We help students get not only with the technical skills necessary for success, but also job search and placement assistance so you can find new opportunities after graduation.









