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- School Code: 163800
- Phone: (765) 983-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
60%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,394Average 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
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at Black Hawk College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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Black Hawk College (BHC)
615 National Rd W, Richmond, IN
Black Hawk College is a community college that has two campuses, both located in the state of Illinois. The Moline campus is located within the city of Moline, which is one of the Quad Cities. The Quad Cities have a huge population of 381,342, and the surrounding area is quite urban and developed, filled with shopping malls, commercial buildings, and upscale residential neighborhoods. The Southpark Mall is one of the prized tourist destinations in the area. The Quad Cities population and demand is so large that it even has its own airport. This all bodes well for students who choose to attend Black Hawk College and hope to find an immediate job in the region after graduation.
As a two year institution, Black Hawk College offers associate’s degrees and certificate programs that meet high standards and allow for the entry into a number of professions after graduation. In 2012, the in state and out of state tuition were the same rate, $6,075, which appealed to many students who were attracted to the big city lifestyle that they could find at Black Hawk College. The total enrollment for the college was 13,397 in the same year. For those looking to immediately get into the workforce after graduation, certificate programs included:
- Theatre
- Sociology
- Financial Services Management
- Art Technology
- Health Information Management
In addition to the academic offerings, there a bunch of on and off campus programs, societies, and organizations to join that make the college life seem fast and exciting. If you are interested in attending, you must first pass an entrance exam before becoming a student.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. BHC offers an associate's degree program in liberal arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 99 |
Female | 125 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 5 |
Black | 10 |
Hispanic | 27 |
White | 174 |
Multiple Races | 6 |
Unknown | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at BHC, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates BHC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Black Hawk College may offer services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
BHC is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Softball
- Volleyball