Butler County Community College is dedicated to providing affordable and accessible education, training, and cultural enrichment opportunities responsive to the needs of the community. The college is committed to fostering a supportive environment that values integrity, diversity, and excellence.
School Highlights
Butler County Community College serves 2,984 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 2,984 students
In-state tuition: $6,690
Out-state tuition: $9,570
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 8%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Butler County Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Butler County Community College diversity score of 0.15 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has declined by 34% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,984 students
447 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
1,113 students
282 students
# Part-Time Students
1,871 students
165 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
200 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,113 students
292 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,871 students
229 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
1%
9%
% Black
2%
12%
% White
92%
61%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
11%
Diversity Score
0.15
0.59
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
59%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,800
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,690 is less than the state average of $9,730. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,570 is less than the state average of $13,992. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,690
$9,730
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,570
$13,992
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,972
$6,111
Acceptance Rate
n/a
85%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
465
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
The BC3 main campus is located 1½ miles south of the city of
Butler, on 323 acres of the former Oak Hills Golf Course. The
beautiful campus in a country setting, surrounded by large oak
trees and rolling hills, provides a comfortable and safe learning
environment. Approximately 4,000 credit students attend BC3
annually and are enrolled in over 60 degree programs in the areas
of business, nursing and allied health, arts and education,
technology and transfer. One-third of the students earn a two-year
Associates Degree and then transfer to a four-year college or
university. Many students attend both day and evening classes, on a
full or part-time basis. BC3 offers over 75 distance learning
courses via the Internet or by videotape. In addition to offering
the traditional career and transfer programs, BC3 has been
recognized for several unique credit programs including computer
forensics, metrology, nanofabrication, and massage therapy. Butler
County Community College also offers classes at various off-campus
centers throughout Western Pennsylvania at Cranberry Center,
Lawrence County Center and Center at the LindenPointe. Butler
County Community College is accredited by the Middle States
Commission On Higher Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Butler County Community College cost?
Butler County Community College's tuition is approximately $6,690 for In-State students and $9,570 for Out-State students.
What is Butler County Community College's ranking?
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Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 2,984 students
In-state tuition: $6,690
Out-state tuition: $9,570
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 8%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Pennsylvania public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $9,730 per year for in-state students and $13,992 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,669 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
