Bristol Community College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning. It provides academic preparation for transfer to four-year institutions, career preparation for entry into high demand occupational fields, developmental coursework and lifelong learning opportunities.
Whether you have your goals already set, or are still defining what those goals should be, BCC has the programs, the resources, and the people to put you first, and put you on the road to your successful future. BCC is a great first choice for students who are serious about getting started on a bright and successful future.

Admission
You should complete a college application for admission if any of the following statements apply to you:
-    you have graduated from high school, completed your GED or the equivalent;
-    you have not attended classes at BCC the last three terms, including during the summer; (There's no need to re-apply if you applied within the last year - just call the admissions office to re-activate your file.);
-    you have or will apply for financial aid in order to enroll in classes;
-    you plan to complete an associate degree or certificate program at BCC.
For general admission, applicants for an associate's degree program should have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate. Freshmen do not have to provide Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) results. Scholastic Aptitude Tests are not required for admission.

Financial Aid
The mission of the Financial Aid Office is to help remove financial barriers to assist students in meeting the cost of attendance at BCC. The Financial Aid Office uses the standards and procedures developed by the U. S. Department of Education to estimate a fair student and family contribution and determine financial need. Financial aid awards may include grants, loans, and work.  

Career Services
Standard services, which are provided as part of career planning and professional placement assistance and are available to students, faculty and alumni include:
-    Interview technique workshops;
-    Resume writing workshops;
-    Practice interviews;
-    Job listings;
-    Job fairs and on-campus interviews;
-    Job search assistance;
-    Individual resume review and critique;
-    Career Exploration/Inventories.