Welcome To BC3
For over 40 years, Butler County Community College has been the "The Smart Place to Start" for more than 100,000 students. Now more than ever, students are discovering the advantages of obtaining an associates degree before entering the workforce or moving to a four-year college or university.
About BC3
Natural Beauty
Our main campus in Butler, PA, is known for its 323 acres of oak groves, rolling hills, walking paths, and a safe, comfortable atmosphere. BC3 serves students in 7 convenient locations in Butler, Lawrence, and Mercer Counties.
Get Your Degree @ BC3
BC3 offers 63 associate degree, career, and transfer programs in business, humanities and social sciences, nursing and allied health, and science and technology. BC3's open admission policy allows for the acceptance of all applicants with a high school diploma or GED. In addition to day, evening, and weekend on-campus classes, there are 99 sections of online courses via the Internet to accommodate your busy lifestyle. We recognize the importance of academic and career counseling and are prepared to support you through your academic experience.
Receive Personal Attention
At BC3, you're a name, not a number. You'll receive personal attention from more than 200 full and part-time faculty where the average class size is 20 students. Our student body is diverse, ranging from ages 16 to 75, with a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
BC3 Is Affordable
BC3 is affordable for everyone. We keep costs low through subsidies from Butler County (our local sponsor) and the State of Pennsylvania. Our students pay approximately one-third of the total cost of their education, which is $93 per credit or about $2,790 a year in tuition and fees for students residing in Butler County. Sixty-five percent of BC3 students receive public, private, state, and federal sources of financial aid and scholarships.
Serving Our Community
To better serve the community, BC3 offers non-credit classes for professional and recreational purposes, summer programs for children, training for business and industry, emergency medical services and public safety, and free classes for senior citizens.
Mission Statement
BC3 is dedicated to providing affordable and accessible education, training and enrichment opportunities responsive to the needs of the communities we serve. The College is committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that values integrity, diversity and excellence.
Vision
BC3 will become a regional institution of higher learning.
The College will be recognized for:
- Excellence in teaching and learning,
- Affordable, responsive and innovative programs,
- Leadership in workforce development, lifelong learning and public safety,
- Improving the quality of life for the communities we serve.
Goals
The college will enhance the quality of life by providing programs, courses, activities, and events that will meet the needs and interests of the community. It will do so by focusing on:
Student Success
Comprehensive support services that will enable students to achieve academic success..
Learning
Effective academic innovations that will engage diverse learners as partners in the teaching and learning process through pedagogy and assessment that advance student success.
Employee Development
Professional development opportunities that will promote the welfare of employees.
Physical Environment
Providing a safe, secure, accessible and pleasant campus environment for all faculty, staff, students and visitors while on BC3 campuses.
Fiscal Responsibility
Practical business solutions that demonstrate fiscal responsibility.
Communication
Timely and transparent communication, as needed, for internal and external audiences.
Continuous Improvement
Regular evaluation and improvement of services.
Community Service
Responsive programs to support community needs for workforce development, lifelong learning, and public safety.
Apply to BC3 at the Open House and the $25 application fee is waived. Register Now!
Contact BC3 Main Campus
Contact BC3 Main Campus at 724.287.8711 or toll-free at 888.826-2829
BC3 Annual Report
View BC3's Annual Report (pdf)
