Degree Seeking Admission

You may begin your studies at Burlington County College if:

• you have a high school diploma or
• you have an equivalency (GED) certificate or
• you are at least 18 years old
• you are a high school student with permission

Prospective Students' Open House/Tours
We hope to see you on our campus soon! Come see for yourself why BCC can help you meet your academic and career goals -- at a fraction of the cost of four-year institutions.

Tours are available at BCC's Pemberton and Mt. Laurel Campuses. Check out our Calendar of Events for the next college-wide or program-specific Open House/Tour program. You may also call or email the Office of Recruitment for a session to fit your schedule.

New Student Orientation
New this semester? Come learn about College services and activities while learning your way around campus! Plan to attend an orientation session sponsored by the Student Activities Office before the start of each Fall and Spring Semester. Morning and evening times are available and are mailed each semester to new students. Don't miss the opportunity to:

• Learn your way around campus from seasoned student ambassadors.
• Get the "scoop" on services to help you succeed.
• Meet other new students as you enjoy food, fun and entertainment.

So whether you're fresh out of high school, or coming back to college after years of family/career responsibilities, New Student Orientation is a great way to start your BCC experience. For more information, contact the Office of Student Activities at ext. 7443 at (609) 894-9311 or (856) 222-9311 or see Calendar of Events for dates and times. Degree-Seeking Admission If you are a freshman or transfer student attending BCC for the first time, you must complete an Application for Admission before you register for classes.

Note: Please see additional instructions if you are:

• an International student
• enrolled at another college and wish to take summer courses at BCC
• applying for college courses while still in high school.

Readmission:
If you've previously attended BCC, but have not taken classes since Spring 1999, you must resubmit an Application for Admission before registering for classes, but you do not have to repay the $20 application fee. The catalog in effect at readmission will be used to determine the appropriate curriculum.

Students who have been dismissed for academic reasons must petition the Academic Standards Committee to be reinstated. Forms are available from the counseling staff at Pemberton and Mt. Laurel.

Submit Transcript
If you have never attended college before, arrange for your high school to send your official academic transcript showing subjects completed, grades earned, and date of graduation to BCC's Office of Admissions. BCC also accepts students with General Education Diplomas (GEDs) and, in special circumstances, students who do not have a high school or GED diploma. Call (609) 894-4900 for details.

Note:
See additional instructions if you have attended another college and are transferring into BCC. Some programs have selected admissions. If you are applying for Nursing , Radiography , Health Information Technology or American Sign Language/Interpreter Education you must also submit a high school transcript and follow the specific policies about transferring college courses into each discipline.

Schedule Assessment
After you receive your letter of acceptance, schedule a College Assessment Test. This assessment provides information about your English and mathematics skills. This two and one half-hour assessment includes questions on reading comprehension, sentence skills, essay writing, computation and elementary algebra. Your admission to BCC does not depend on how well you perform on this assessment. The results help BCC to place you in the most appropriate courses for your level of preparation. In some cases, this may include developmental courses. See the Test Center Web site for scheduling information and test-taking tips.

The following students may be exempt from the Assessment:

• Students enrolled in a bilingual or English as a Second Language (ESL) program are exempt. They must be evaluated after they complete the program.
• Students who already hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university and can provide proof of completion.
• Students who have completed the equivalent of English Composition (ENG 101) and college level math (MTH 107 or higher math course) with a grade of "C" or higher, and can provide proof of completion.
• Students with an SAT score of 540 or higher in Verbal/Critical Reading and 530 or higher in Math, and can provide proof of completion.
• Students with an ACT score of 23 or higher, and can provide proof of completion.
• Students who have met the College's requirement for CLEP or Advanced Placement in English, computation and elementary algebra.
• Students who have completed remediation comparable to BCC's highest level of remediation at another regionally accredited college. Students must provide a transcript and a catalog course description.
• Students who are not working toward a degree and want to attempt fewer than 30 credits. The assessment will be required prior to attempting the 30th credit. See Non-Degree Seeking Admission for additional information.
• Students who have taken the test at another New Jersey College and the test results have been forwarded to BCC.

Applicants can register for English Composition (ENG 101) or college-level mathematics (MTH 100 or higher) only after they have taken, or been exempted from, the College Assessment.

Special Arrangements for Students with Disabilities
If you have a learning or physical disability that prevents you from taking the assessment under standard conditions, you may request special accommodations. No charge is made for these arrangements. For details on these and other services for students with special needs, please call or see Office of Special Populations

Pre-Enrollment Sessions
All students who have taken the College Assessment may take part in a Pre-Enrollment Session. During this session, you will receive your scores and be assisted in interpreting them. You'll hear important information on BCC's many academic programs and the transfer process to four-year schools. In addition, our staff will help you select and register for courses. For more information on Pre-Enrollment Session dates and times, email mailto:correa@bcc.edu

Immunization Information
The State of New Jersey requires students born after 1956 who are enrolled in a degree program to submit proof of:

• two doses of the measles vaccine and
• at least one dose of both mumps and rubella on or after their first birthday, or
• provide evidence that they are exempt

Students may be admitted and enrolled on a provisional basis for their first term if required immunization documentation is not available at the time of registration. You will receive additional information about immunization requirements and eligible exemptions from the Office of Admissions. If you have any questions about the regulations, please contact the Office of Admissions.

Full-Time Students' Hospitalization Insurance
The New Jersey State Legislature mandates that all full-time students (enrolled in 12 or more credits) be covered by hospital medical insurance.

The College has obtained a group policy that provides coverage for the period September 1 to August 31. You will be automatically billed for this non-refundable premium unless you are covered by another policy and complete a waiver. Hospitalization Insurance fees vary depending on the semester in which you enroll.

If you do not wish to be included in the plan because you are covered by another policy, you must complete the BCC Hospitalization Waiver. Waivers are available at the Registration Office, Pemberton Campus and at the front desk of the Technology and Engineering Center (TEC), Mt. Laurel Campus. Waiver forms must be turned in to the Accounting Office, Pemberton Campus, or the TEC Main Office, Mt. Laurel Campus. Waivers must be submitted prior to the first day of classes.

Residency Requirements
Students who indicate on their applications that they are residents of Burlington County satisfy the residency requirements by signing their applications. If requested, students must be able to submit a notarized statement of residency. Any falsification of information may subject the student to dismissal from Burlington County College.

Out-of-county, Out-of-state students

Persons who do not reside in Burlington County are accepted for admission using the same criteria as for county residents. Non-county residents, however, will be charged more tuition. Financial Matters/Paying for College/College Costs/Chargeback Law

Advanced Placement/Credit by Exam

Advanced Placement

Burlington County College may grant credit hours for The College Board Advanced Placement Program examinations. Students must have an official AP Grade Report (transcript) from the College Board Advanced Placement Program sent to the BCC Office of Admissions. The transcript will be evaluated and credit given for courses offered by BCC, if your scores meet BCC criteria. Contact the Registration Office for further information.

Credit by departmental examination

Burlington County College offers institutional credit-by-examination in very limited and specific areas. A non-refundable fee is charged for each examination. A maximum of 30 credit hours can be awarded through this procedure. No grades are recorded. Awarded credits will be reflected on your transcript. Contact the Registration Office for forms to submit to the appropriate academic division.

Credit through CLEP

Burlington County College may grant up to 30 credit hours on the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) General Examinations on scores recommended by the American Council on Education. Similar credit may also be awarded for subject examinations. To sign up for tests, contact the Test Center To find out which tests and which scores are accepted by BCC, contact the Registration Office

Foreign Language Placement Policy

You may begin your study of a foreign language at BCC at the elementary level. If you have successfully completed two years of a foreign language in high school, however, BCC encourages you to begin with 201-level courses. A faculty member from the Language Department will assist you in selecting the appropriate level at which to begin.

Academic Advising

New full-time, first-time students must see an advisor for guidance in selecting their first-semester courses. Advisors are available at the Student Services Center, Pemberton; the Technology and Engineering Center (TEC), Mt. Laurel Campus, and the Willingboro Kennedy Center. For the best selection of courses, make an appointment as early in the registration period as possible.
To obtain specific hours for appointments and walk-in advising, call ext. 7349 at (609) 894-9311 or (856) 222-9311. See Academic Advising

Contacts:
Office of Recruitment, Extension 6555
Email: mjenkins@bcc.edu

Office of Admissions and Registration, Extension 1282
Email: edejesus@bcc.edu

Academic Advising and Transfer Office, Extension 1337
Email: dpodolski@bcc.edu

Office of Special Populations, Extension 1208
Email: bericson@bcc.edu

International Program Specialist, Extension 1350
Email: AKekec@bcc.edu

See Also:
Programs of Study
Course Schedules and Registration

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