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Quick Reference Guide
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions our staff answers on a day-to-day basis. Some of the answers will direct you to the appropriate place on the web site to get a more in-depth answer. Don't find your question listed here? Just email webmaster@bcc.edu and we'll direct your inquiry to the staff member best able to answer it.
No. BCC is an open-admission comprehensive community college. Anyone who feels that he/she can benefit from a college education may enroll at BCC. After you have submitted your application for admission, you should take the College Skills Assessment to ensure that you enroll in the appropriate courses. Depending on your test scores, you may be required or encouraged to enroll in refresher courses before beginning your college-level work. Students can be exempt from part of, or the entire assessment, if they score 540 on the verbal/critical reading and 530 on the math sections of the SAT or ACT scores of 23 in Reading and 20 in Math.
What is BCC's CEEB Code?
BCC's College Entrance Examination Board code is 2180.
What's a PIN Number? What's mine?
PIN stands for Personal Identification Number. You will need this number to register by telephone. Your BCC PIN is your date of birth (two-digit birth month, two-digit birth day and two-digit birth year. Example: If you were born on January 2, 1987, your PIN would be 010287.
What if I've been away from school for a while?
You'll fit right in. BCC's student body is a diverse mix of ages . (Average age is 28 years old). Our faculty reports that older students who are returning to college (or starting for the first time) are often highly motivated. Their life experiences contribute much to classroom discussions. To help returning students succeed, BCC offers free tutoring and a variety of other services and conveniences for the busy adult learner . For more information email mjenkins@bcc.edu or fill out the online Prospective Student Inquiry Form .
Is going back to school worth it? Nobody knows your personal situation better than you, but research shows a college degree will increase your lifetime earning potential as well as your self-esteem.
When do the terms begin and end?
Are there any days that school is closed this semester?
When is the last day to register?
See this semester's Academic Calendar.
Can I enroll by phone or over the Internet?
Continuing students with no academic or financial "flags" on their records may register 24-hours a day through our Touch-tone phone system. BCC introduced online registration for credit courses this semester through the Web Advisor system. You may also register in person at the Pemberton and Mt. Laurel Campuses, the Willingboro and the Mt. Holly Centers. See Class Schedules and Registration for complete registration information.
What's the phone number for registration? Fax number?
Registration Phone Number: (609) 894-9311 extension 7000
Registration Fax Number: (609) 726-0401
When is the bookstore open?
See Bookstore for information about the on-site stores at our Pemberton and Mt. Laurel Campuses and online ordering options.
Why am I being asked to take a College Skills Assessment?
The College Skills Assessment provides BCC with useful information about your English and mathematics skills. Since BCC is an open enrollment institution, the results will not influence whether you are accepted. They will, however, allow us to place you in the most appropriate courses for your level of preparation. In some cases, this may include developmental courses to help you build the skill levels you need to succeed in college-level courses. See College Assessment for more information about the assessment and criteria for exemption.
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Is BCC Affordable?
BCC is among the most affordable colleges in New Jersey. Books are extra. This is well below what a comparable course will cost at a baccalaureate-granting college or university. Many students complete their associate degree at BCC, transfer into a baccalaureate program and earn their advanced degree at a fraction of what they would have spent had they attended the senior institution for all four years of their studies. Some students save up to $25,000 a year over the cost of a four-year college or university. For current tuition and fees, see College Costs .
Can I pay by check or credit card?
BCC accepts cash, checks, money orders and credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, Discover, American Express) at the Pemberton Campus. Checks, money orders and credit cards are accepted at the Mt. Laurel, the Willingboro Center and the Mt. Holly Business and Career Development Center.
The FACTS Tuition Payment Plan allows students to pay for their BCC college education in convenient and affordable monthly installments. BCC offers an Online Payment service also.
What is the last day I may pay for classes this term?
See this semester's Academic Calendar.
How do I get a refund?
Tuition refunds are processed during the 60 working days following the last day of the official drop/add period. A drop/add form must be filed with the Registration office by students who are dropping courses for any reason. Refund amounts are based on the date the form is received by the Registration Office. For withdrawal deadlines, See this semester's Academic Calendar. Refunds will first be processed for cancelled courses. Refunds are made by check for students who paid by cash or check, or by credit to students who paid by bank credit card. All check refunds are mailed to the student's address on file. It is your responsibility to keep your most current mailing address on record with the College.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, BCC offers a comprehensive program of financial aid and scholarships . Eligibility criteria have been established by the US Department of Education. Your eligibility will be determined at a federal processing center using the information you supply on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ). These forms are available in high school guidance offices, BCC's Financial Aid Office, from the Federal Government, and online.
What is BCC's Title IV Code?
The College's Title IV Code is 007730.You will will need to enter this code in step #6 of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ).
The EOF Program is one of the most comprehensive and successful state-supported efforts to provide access to higher education to those who have been burdened with economic and educational disadvantages. The EOF Program provides eligible students with academic support services such as counseling, career and transfer advising, application fee waivers, study skills workshops, and an additional state grant.
I'm a veteran. What should I do to start my GI benefits?
You will need to fill out an application, available in the BCC Veterans Affairs Office, and provide a copy of your discharge papers (DD-214). This documentation will be forwarded, along with BCC's certification that you are enrolled for classes.
How do I go about making a tax-deductible gift to BCC?
The Burlington County College Foundation was established in 1974 to provide financial and cultural support for the College and the community through a variety of fundraising endeavors and the support of special projects. The Foundation is an Internal Revenue Service 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation and is governed by an all-volunteer board of local business and community leaders.
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BCC produces brochures three times each year to support the Fall and Spring semesters and the Summer Sessions. A separate schedule brochure is produced for credit course offerings and non-credit course offerings during each semester/session.
Why didn't I get a course brochure in the mail?
BCC mails a credit and non-credit course schedule brochure to every household in Burlington County prior to the start of each registration period. To save on postage, the brochures are not individually addressed-rather they are bulk mailed with each letter carrier distributing them to his/her route. Since we're dealing with over 200,000 copies, you may occasionally be missed. If so, ask your letter carrier or postmaster or request a copy from our Office of Recruitment.
Why DID I get a schedule in the mail? I don't want it!
Sorry, but we can't take residential addresses off the schedule mailing list because there is no mailing list. We use the simplified address "Residential Customer," providing enough copies to each post office to cover their distribution routes. Since the Postal Service doesn't have to pay attention to which copy goes to which address, this earns us a lower postal rate on these very large mailings.
I don't live in Burlington County. How do I go about receiving a course brochure?
We'd be happy to send you one. Request a copy of the schedule brochure and other College materials from our Office of Recruitment. You may also pick up copies at BCC's Campuses and Centers. Copies are also often distributed at various locations throughout the county e.g. County libraries, County offices, etc.
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See The BCC Catalog . Catalogs are available in Student Services, Parker Center, Pemberton Campus; the main office of the Technology and Engineering Center, Mt. Laurel Campus, the Willingboro Center and the Mt. Holly Business and Career Development Center. You may also use our online request form to have one sent to your home or office. You may also download or view the Catalog by clicking here.
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BCC offers more than 65 degree programs, many of which are designed to transfer to four-year bachelor's programs in other colleges and universities. Choose the one that's right for you from our Academic Credit Programs .
What if I'm more interested in getting career skills and not a degree?
Not every program leads to a degree. Many credit and non-credit certificate programs prepare you well for employment in specific career tracks.
They're certainly welcome, if scheduled class times and locations fit your needs. BCC also offers customized corporate training at your location or ours -- tailored to the specific needs and time constraints of your business. The opening of the Enterprise Center at BCC will provide a spectacular new venue for your company's off-site training, meetings and videoconferences. See Business Services to learn the many ways BCC can help you train your workforce and improve your bottom line.
What if I just want to take classes for my own enjoyment?
Not everyone enrolls to earn a degree. Some students sign up with a desire to learn more about a topic or just for their own enjoyment. You may audit a credit class for no grade or sign up for one of the hundreds of personal, cultural and recreational enrichment courses. Start by exploring our Programs of Study.
Is your Fitness Center and pool open to the public?
Yes, the BCC Fitness Center located on the Pemberton Campus offers membership at various fee levels to individuals, families and businesses. There is no charge for students enrolled in BCC credit classes. For rates and membership levels, see Fitness Center and Pool.
Do you have special programs for senior citizens?
Our popular Learning Institute for Elders (LIFE) for adults 55 years brings hundreds of seniors to campus each semester for courses on a broad variety of subjects, trips, gatherings etc. Check it out and "come to LIFE."
I work full-time. Is it possible for me to fit college into my schedule?
Many of our students are working adults. BCC offers enough flexibility to fit into even the toughest schedule. Check our semester course schedule for day, evening and weekend courses, as well as courses of varying lengths (e.g. Power Packs, Mini-Semesters) and Distance Learning options via videotape, CD-ROM, television and the Internet.
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How can I get a copy of my official BCC transcript sent to another college or university? In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Burlington County College is not permitted to release a student's academic record without the student's written permission.
An official transcript bearing the College seal and the signature of the registrar will be sent directly to another educational institution or employer upon receipt of a written request from the student. You may also download a printable Transcript Request Form . Requests should be submitted to the Registrar's Office, Burlington County College, 601 Pemberton Browns Mills Road, Pemberton, NJ 08068. Allow at least one week for processing. Transcripts of students who owe money to the College will not be sent until the balance is paid.
To protect the security of student records, any transcript which will be handled by a student bears the notation "Issued to Student." Most institutions will not accept as official a transcript bearing this notation.
May I check my grades online?
Yes, BCC offers this online student service through the WebAdvisor
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BCC has one of the highest transfer rates in NJ of graduates into four-year institutions of higher learning -- proof that BCC's credits are credible and respected by schools around the state and the country. To assist students who wish to pursue four-year degrees, BCC has developed special Guaranteed Transfer and Atriculation Agreement Programs with other colleges and universities. Students desiring to transfer should refer to the general education page of the BCC catalog (AA and AS degrees) and the program outline of their selected major and consult regularly with their academic advisor.
What are Guaranteed Transfer agreements?
BCC and a growing group of prestigious colleges and universities have teamed to provide BCC graduates with an affordable alternate route to a baccalaureate degree. Students commit to the terms of these agreements when they begin their studies at BCC. Students who meet the criteria of the agreement are guaranteed admission to the dual admission school and program. For descriptions of BCC's current Dual Admission Programs, see Guaranteed Transfer Programs
Also called "articulation programs," these agreements contain recommended programs for students wishing to transfer to a particular college or university. They spell out exactly what courses a student should enroll in at BCC and how those courses fit into the baccalaureate degree at the chosen transfer school. Unlike dual admission programs, however, the BCC graduate must apply to the transfer school and is not guaranteed admission. BCC has many Articulation Agreements with four-year colleges and universities.
How can I check if a particular BCC course will transfer to a particular school?
If you are interested in transferring your courses to a New Jersey college or university, check out NJTransfer ( NJ Transfer ), a statewide initiative housed on the Pemberton Campus of Burlington County College. NJTransfer indicates which community college courses will transfer to other New Jersey schools.
BCC also has course equivalency lists available in the Transfer Articulation Guidebooks at the Transfer Information Center (Parker 311B) at the Pemberton Campus, and at the main desk of the Pemberton and Mt. Laurel campus libraries. These books contain the BCC courses which are intended to transfer and how they equate to equivalent courses at area colleges and universities. Course equivalency lists are also available online
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Anywhere, anytime. Thanks to distance learning, students may study from home or office anytime it's most convenient for them. Prefer a more traditional setting? BCC has campuses, center and satellite facilities throughout the County to make higher education accessible to all who seek it. Find the most convenient BCC location for you at Campuses, Centers, Satellites, Maps, Directions, Transportation .
Is there public transportation to BCC campuses and centers?
Yes, New Jersey Transit's Bus Route 317 offers direct service to the Pemberton and Mt. Laurel Campuses. The County Burlink Shuttle has routes to Pemberton from Mt. Holly and Willingboro. For more information, see Transportation
What's the difference between a campus, a center and a satellite?
Our two "campuses" are full-service facilities offering a full range of degree programs and student services. Our "centers" are smaller facilities with more limited course offerings and/or services. Our satellite facilities offer selected courses in various high schools throughout the county during the evening hours.
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I can't find what I'm looking for. Who can help?
I have suggestions to make the site better. Who should I tell?
We're here to help and your feedback is important to us. Email questions or suggestions to webmaster@bcc.edu .
What are the standard settings you recommend for optimum viewing of this web site?
This website has been designed to work optimally with your monitor resolution set to 1024 x 768 and using Netscape 7.2 or Internet Explorer 60 or higher.
For Netscape users, please make sure that the following perferences are enabled: Under the "Edit" menu, click on "Perferences", then "Advanced" and make sure the "Enable Java" and "Enable Java Script" boxes are checked. Click "OK" to close.
For Internet Explorer users, please make sure the following Interent Options are enabled: Under the "Tools" menu, select "Internet Options", then "Security", then "Custom Level", then "Scripting" and make sure "Active Scripting" and "Scripting of Java Applets" buttons are checked. Click "OK" and then "Apply"
If you are experiencing any difficulties or have a technical question please contact our webmaster .
Set your left and right margins (on page setup) to the minimum - (.25" on each side works well).
Email and Webadvisor Help
Please click here to view information that can help you with the use of your BCC email and WebAdvisor accounts. If you experience a problem and are a student, please contact the "BCC Student Info Desk" at bccstudent_infodesk@mymail.bcc.edu or extension 1388 during normal business hours. After hours or on weekends, contact the General Help Desk at helpdesk@bcc.edu or extension 1304.
Due to the large volume of requests received, Please allow 24 hours for someone to respond.
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