PIONEER. BE A
PIONEER YOUR FUTURE.
You can earn an associate degree or certificate to start a career or transfer credits to a four-year public, private or online institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree. All with the support and help of caring faculty, staff and administration.
BC3’s open-admissions policy gives you the opportunity to benefit from any academic class or program that best suits you. Plus, we have six locations, virtual programs and online classes.
EDUCATION.
EDUCATION INVESTMENT. More options make the most of your
BC3 has career and transfer programs in Business & Information Technology, Education & Behavioral Sciences, Liberal Arts, Health Care and STEM.
Graduate Debt-Free
Avoid drowning in studentloan debt. While most Pennsylvania college grads have debt approaching $40,000, 68% of BC3’s Class of 2024 received grants and scholarships and graduated debt-free!
Accreditations
BC3 maintains a level of educational standards through accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Other accrediting agencies include Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
EDUCATION INVESTMENT.
Start Your Career
Earn a two-year associate degree or a one-year certificate and develop the professional skills needed to enter the workforce upon graduation.
Transfer Your Credits
Start at BC3 and continue your education at a four-year college or university to complete your bachelor’s degree. BC3 credits are recognized by public, private, state-related and online colleges and universities.
Partnerships
BC3 has partnerships with four-year colleges and universities that offer cost savings and additional benefits to BC3 students who transfer to their institutions. Visit BC3.edu/transfer to learn more.
Pioneer your future CLOSE TO HOME.
Attend any of BC3’s six locations or enroll in a virtual program and earn a degree or certificate from anywhere.
BC3 serves eight counties in western Pennsylvania at these convenient locations, each offering free parking and student-support services. Visit BC3.edu/locations for available programs at each BC3 location.
• BC3 Main Campus in Butler
• BC3 @ Armstrong in Ford City
• BC3 @ Brockway in Brockway
• BC3 @ Cranberry in Cranberry Township
• BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing in New Castle
• BC3 @ LindenPointe in Hermitage
“BC3’s staff is always available to support me and answer questions about coursework, and the classes offered reflect the current technologies available in the workforce.”
Victor Garrido, BC3 Main Campus Student
Mercer
Lawrence
“We try to get to know our students as much as we can, to find out what their needs are, what their interests are, and what might best benefit each of those students.”
Dr. Ryan Kociela, BC3 @ Cranberry Director
“We are very prepared. We have clinicals. We have simulation labs that prepare us for specific situations.”
Hailey Metzger, BC3 Nursing, R.N. 2023 graduate
“It was a big goal of mine to graduate debt-free and to not carry that burden.”
Liam Kosior, BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing 2023 Honors Graduate
“There is room to engage with others and learn together and study. The style and the layout of the college is very modern and it helps us to be more connected with one another.”
Sophia Klukan, BC3 @ Armstrong Student
Butler
Clarion
Elk
Clearfield Jefferson Armstrong
Paying fewer dollars makes more
FINANCIAL
BC3 provides a sound education at a fraction of the cost of other institutions.
In fact, 68% of BC3’s Class of 2024 received grants and scholarships and graduated debt-free.
Compare and Save
A BC3 education is the most affordable in Pennsylvania compared with tuition and fees at four-year public universities, state-related universities and branch campuses, and private institutions.
BC3 Tuition & Fees: 2024-2025
$ 197 per credit – Butler County Residents
$300 per credit – Out-of-County Residents
$400 per credit – Out-of-State/International Residents
Costs reflect an in-person format. Online classes are an additional $25 per credit.
SENSE.
One-Year Costs and Grants: 2024-2025
With the help of financial aid and careful planning, you can earn your associate degree or certificate and graduate debt-free. Here’s how:
Butler County Residents
BC3 Tuition and Fees = $5,910
Maximum Federal Pell Grant = $7,395
Maximum Pennsylvania State Grant = $2,549
Out-of-County Residents
BC3 Tuition and Fees = $9,000
Maximum Federal Pell Grant = $7,395
Maximum Pennsylvania State Grant = $4,231
Learn More for Much Less
The FAFSA, scholarships, work-study programs and our payment plan are just a few examples of how we can help you afford your college education. We will support you in navigating the process along the way. Contact BC3 Financial Aid at 724-284-8509 or financialaid@BC3.edu.
At BC3, we are dedicated to caring about you. We want you to have the best experience possible and we’re here to offer you the support and resources to make that happen.
From our student-success coaching to free tutoring to a food pantry, we help you stay on the path to meet your goals.
BC3.edu/services to learn more.
ATHLETICS. Pioneers got game! Compete in
BC3 Pioneer Athletics provide excellent opportunities to advance your sports career after high school. Our teams are a source of pride for the college and the surrounding community.
Try out for any of our intercollegiate teams:
• Basketball (Men’s)
• Basketball (Women’s)
• Golf (Men’s)
• Golf (Women’s)
• Volleyball (Women’s)
The Field House is home to BC3 athletics, intramural sports, health science and wellness courses and the Pioneer Fitness Center. Come out and play!
BC3 PROGRAMS OF STUDY
BUSINESS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
• Accounting Skills, Certificate
• Accounting, A.A.S.
• Business Administration, A.S.
• Business Management, A.A.S.
• Business Skills, Certificate
• Computer Information Systems - Computer Support Specialist, A.A.S.
• Computer Information Systems - Networking and Cybersecurity, A.A.S.
• Computer Information Systems - Programming Specialist, A.A.S.
• Computer Information Systems - Web Site Development Specialist, A.A.S.
• Computer Science - Transfer Option, A.S.
• Entrepreneurship, Workplace Certificate
• Hospitality Management - Meeting and Event Planning, Certificate
• Hospitality Management, A.A.S.
• Human Resource Management Specialist, Certificate
• Human Resource Management, A.A.S.
• Human Resources, Workplace Certificate
• Management of Applied Technology, Certificate
• Marketing Management, A.A.S.
• Marketing Management, Certificate
• Medical Office Specialist, Certificate
• Microsoft® Office Specialist, Workplace Certificate
• Office Administration - Executive, A.A.S.
• Office Administration - Medical, A.A.S.
• Social Media Influencer, Workplace Certificate
• Technical Trades - Cosmetology Management Option, A.A.S.
EDUCATION & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
• Child Development and Family Studies, A.A.S.
• Early Childhood Education (Pre K-4), A.A.
• Health and Physical Education - Teacher Education, A.S.
• Park and Recreation Management - General Option, A.A.S.
• Park and Recreation Management - Park Law Enforcement Option, A.A.S.
• Physical Education - Physical Activity and Fitness Management, A.S.
• Physical Education - Sport Management Option, A.S.
• Psychology, A.A.
• Secondary Education - English Option, A.S.
• Secondary Education - Social Studies Option, A.S.
• Social Work, A.A.
LIBERAL ARTS
• Communications, A.A.
• Criminology, A.A.
• Digital Audio and Video Production, A.A.S.
• Emergency Services - Police Services Option, A.A.S.
• English, A.A.
• Fine Arts, A.A.
• General Studies, A.A.
• Graphic Design, A.A.S.
• History, A.A.
• Homeland Security, Certificate
SHAFFER SCHOOL OF NURSING & ALLIED HEALTH
• Health Care Science, A.A.S.
• Massage Therapy, Workplace Certificate
• Medical Coding and Billing Specialist, Certificate
• Nursing, R.N., A.A.S.
• Physical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.
• Practical Nursing, Certificate
• Technical Trades - Massage Therapy Management Option, A.A.S.
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
• Apprenticeship Technology, Workplace Certificate
• Basic Manufacturing, Workplace Certificate
• Biological Science - Duquesne University Track, A.S.
• Biological Science, A.S.
• Chemistry - Duquesne University Track, A.S.
• Chemistry, A.S.
• CNC Programming Technology, Workplace Certificate
Let’s Connect!
We’d love to meet you and share all that BC3 has to offer!
To schedule a main campus tour or a virtual or in-person appointment at any BC3 location, visit BC3.edu/visit. You can also call 724-284-8501 or email admissions@BC3.edu.
• Electronics Technology, A.A.S.
• Electronics Technology, Occupational Track, A.A.S.
• Electronics Technology, Workplace Certificate
• Engineering, A.S.
• Machine Tool Technology, Workplace Certificate
• Mathematics, A.S.
• Measurement Science/Metrology Technology, A.A.S.
• Mechatronics Level I, Workplace Certificate
• Mechatronics Level II, Workplace Certificate
• Nanofabrication Technology Specialization
• Nanofabrication Technology, A.A.S.
• Technical Trades - Applied Technology, Certificate
• Technical Trades - HVAC Option, A.A.S.
= Virtual Program option. Can be completed fully online.
BC3 Main Campus
107 College Drive
Butler, PA 16002
BC3.edu/apply