Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002167
- Phone: (617) 747-2222
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
91%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,713Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Berkshire Community College (BCC)
1140 Boylston St, Boston, MA
Berkshire Community College is established in 1960 in an aim to provide accessible higher education for the residents of the Berkshire County and the surrounding areas.The BCC campus is 180 acres wide located at West Street – Pittsfield, MA.
BCC lives up to its mission and continue to provide quality education through offering wide range academic and vocational programs. At present, BCC offers 35 associate degrees, 13 certificate programs and other educational opportunities under various disciplines.
Students who wish to pursue higher education are encouraged to take transfer programs designed to provide the necessary training before transferring to baccalaureate institutions. BCC assures convenient transfer to a four-year college or university within the Massachusetts area and beyond with the help of the BCC transfer coordinator.
For those students who prefer to work upon finishing a course, they are encouraged to enroll in career programs to gain basic knowledge and technical skills to jumpstart with their career in different fields. Another program offered at BCC is Liberal Arts, a course with a more flexible curriculum designed to allow students to explore the different courses and decide on their future goals.
Special Programs such as Berkshire Honors Scholar Program, College Connection, Service Learning, Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development can also be found at BCC specifically intended to assist the students with their studies and future career.
Whatever your career path may be, BCC is a good venue to explore opportunities for learning geared towards achieving your goals.
BCC Overview http://www.berkshirecc.edu/HistoryOverview
BCC Programs of Study http://www.berkshirecc.edu/ProgramsOfStudy
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students BCC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $620-$750
- Out-of-State: $6,200-$7,488
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $220-$270 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $460-$550 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 91% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 83% | $5,670 |
Receiving Student Loans | 24% | $4,948 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Berkshire Community College may provide services including:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1975)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Berkshire Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (C)
Public Administration and Social Services
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
- Fire Science (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Berkshire Community College.
- Greenfield Community College in South Hamilton, MA (36 miles away)
- Adirondack Community College in Garden City, NY (64 miles away)
- River Valley Community College in Berlin, NH (82 miles away)
- Hudson County Community College in Englewood Cliffs, NJ (125 miles away)
- Essex County College in South Plainfield, NJ (127 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Compare schools and see a list of all colleges in Massachusetts
- Find out what other community colleges are located in Massachusetts
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002167
- Phone: (617) 747-2222
- School Homepage