BC3 Student Enrollment Guide: Fall 2026

Student Enrollment Guide Fall Semester 2026

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Courses, Sections and Formats Registration Start Dates Planning and Advising myBC3 Technology Orientation BC3 Alerts Tuition and Fees Financial Aid and Scholarships Buying Textbooks Payment Deadlines BC3 EZ-Pay Payment Plans Refund Schedules Important Dates myBC3 Tech Support

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Student Enrollment Guide Fall Semester 2026

Courses and Sections BC3 offers multiple course sessions each semester. View the start and end dates below and access the full course schedule at bc3.edu/credit-schedule to search by subject, location, and other filters.

Fall Semester 2026 • Session 1: Aug. 24-Dec.11 • Session 2: Sept. 14-Dec. 11

Course Formats In-Person

Instruction is delivered in-person at a BC3 location on scheduled days and times.

Online

Instruction is delivered fully online and is accessible at any time.

Hybrid

Instruction is delivered online with at least four in-person or ITV live-remote classes on scheduled days and times.

ITV Live-Remote

Instruction is delivered through video- and/or web-conferencing technology on scheduled days and times.

ITV Classroom

Instruction is delivered simultaneously to separate BC3 locations through video- and/or web-conferencing technology on scheduled days and times.

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Virtual Program Course

myBC3 Tech Orientation Required

Course with Additional Fees

Note: Student enrolled in a Virtual Program should register for course sections marked B60 or in the credit schedule on myBC3.

Registration Start Dates

Current BC3 students get early registration access, followed by open enrollment. Check the chart below to see your registration date and plan ahead.

Fall Semester 2026 • Current Students: April 6 • Open Enrollment: May 4

Planning and Advising

Stay on track toward your goals. View your academic progress and plan your schedule for next semester. Visit bc3.edu/advising for more.

Newly Admitted Students

You’ll begin advising through the Advising tab in myAdmissions.

Current Students

Your assigned advisor is listed on your Advisor card in myBC3.

myBC3 Technology Orientation

This free, self-paced course is required for students enrolled in online, hybrid, or iTV courses and recommended for students taking in-person and iTV live-remote courses.

Visit bc3.edu/tech-orientation for more.

What You’ll Learn

• How to use Blackboard Ultra, Respondus, and other online learning tools • Where to find student resources and academic support • Tips for staying organized and connected in your classes

Time commitment: 2 hours | Format: Online

BC3 Alerts Sign up for BC3 Alerts to have text messages sent straight to your cell phone or email in the event of a delay or cancellation related to weather or any type of emergency at any BC3 location. Visit bc3.edu/alerts for more.

Student Enrollment Guide Fall Semester 2026

Tuition and Fees Tuition is based on where you live and how you take your classes. Visit bc3.edu/tuition for more.

Butler County Residents In-Person Format

Online, Hybrid, iTV Format

$211 per credit ($142 tuition + $69 fee)

$236 per credit ($142 tuition + $69 fees + $25 online fee)

Other Pennsylvania Residents In-Person Format

Online, Hybrid, iTV Format

$314 per credit ($245 tuition + $69 fee)

$339 per credit ($245 tuition + $69 fees + $25 online fee)

Note: Subject to change. Final rates for the 2026-27 academic year will be approved by the Board of Trustees by June 30, 2026.

Financial Aid and Scholarships Apply for financial aid, including state and federal grants and loans, by filing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Visit bc3.edu/fafsa for more.

When You Plan to Attend BC3

FAFSA to File

Uses Tax Info From

Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027

2026–27 FAFSA

2024 federal tax return and W-2

Buying Textbooks

You can purchase textbooks in-store or online beginning on the dates listed below.

Visit bc3.edu/bookstore for more.

Term Registered

Purchase Start Date

Fall Semester 2026

Aug. 10

Tuition Payment Deadlines Tuition payment deadlines are based on your registration date. Check the chart below to see when your tuition is due.

Fall Semester 2026 Registration Date

Payment Deadline

On or before July 10

July 30 by 3 PM

July 10 or after

Aug. 27 by 3 PM

Ways to Pay Your Bill Before classes begin, make sure your tuition and fees are covered. At BC3, you can pay your bill with the following options:

Pay Tuition & Fees in Full • Online: Log in to myBC3 and select Make Payment on the Tuition, Fees & Payment card. Pay with a debit/credit card or checking account.

• In Person: Visit at any BC3 location. Pay with a debit/credit card or check.

• By Mail: Butler County Community College Student Financial Services P.O. Box 1203 Butler, PA 16003-1203 Note: If paying by mail, include student name and ID# on the check.

Secure Financial Aid • Log in to myBC3 > Financial Aid card > View My Financial Aid Info.

• Confirm your FAFSA and award status.

• Apply for or manage grants, scholarships, and loans.

Enroll in a Payment Plan Break tuition into smaller, automatic payments from your checking account or credit card through EZ Pay. Note: If you don’t pay tuition—or secure aid/payment plan—by the deadline, your scheduled courses will be dropped.

Student Enrollment Guide Fall Semester 2026

BC3 EZ-Pay Payment Plans Split your payments into smaller chunks with BC3 EZ Pay. Payment plans are interest-free.

You’ll need a checking account or credit card to enroll in a payment plan. Enrollment must be completed online. Payments are deducted automatically. Visit bc3.edu/ezpay for more.

Fall Semester 2026 Early Bird Plan

Last Day to Enroll in Plan

Set-Up Fee

Automatic Payment Dates

Option 1: 4 Equal Payments

July 30

$0

Aug. 5 | Sept. 5 | Oct. 5 | Nov. 5

Option 2: 3 Equal Payments

July 30

$0

Sept. 5 | Oct. 5 | Nov. 5

Standard Plan

Last Day to Enroll in Plan

Set-Up Fee

Automatic Payment Dates

Option 1: 3 Equal Payments

Sept. 30

$30

Sept. 5 | Oct. 5 | Nov. 5

Option 2: 2 Equal Payments

Sept. 30

$30

Oct. 5 | Nov. 5

Refund Schedules Courses in Education, General Studies, Mechanical Technology, Nursing, and Physical Therapy may follow a different refund schedule, as well as Summer Fast Tracks and some Online and Hybrid classes. Visit bc3.edu/refund-schedule for more.

Fall Semester 2026

Session 1

Session 2

Semester Begins

Aug. 24

Sept. 14

Last Day to Add Classes

Aug. 25

Sept. 15

Last Day to Drop w/100% Refund

Aug. 30

Sept. 20

Last Day to Withdraw w/60% Refund

Sept. 7

Sept. 27

Last Day to Withdraw w/10% Refund

Sept. 14

Oct. 4

Last Day to Withdraw with W Grade

Oct. 27

Nov. 5

Semester Ends

Dec. 11

Dec. 11

Important Dates Fall Semester 2026 Event

Date

Orientation | Welcome Day

Aug. 21

Fall Semester Starts | Session 1 Begins

Aug. 24

All BC3 Locations Closed - No Classes

Sept. 7

Session 2 Begins

Sept. 14

Midterm

Oct. 13

Current Student Registration Begins for Winter and Spring 2027

Oct. 26

Open Enrollment Begins for Winter and Spring 2027

Nov. 9

All BC3 Locations Closed - No Classes

Nov. 25-28

Finals Exams

Dec. 7-11

Grading / Grading Conflicts

Dec. 11

Grades Due

Dec. 14

myBC3 Log in to myBC3 to access your class schedule, financial aid, grades, and more. Use it regularly throughout the semester to stay organized and on track—anytime, from any device. Visit bc3.edu/mybc3 to log in.

How to Log In Your Username

Format: `b` + your student ID number + `@my.bc3.edu` Example: `b1234567@my.bc3.edu`

Your Password

The first time you login, you’ll be asked to reset your password.

Need help?

Forgot your student ID? Visit bc3.edu/fastform to reach the Technology Help Desk.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) To keep your account secure, all students must use MFA. It adds a second step when logging in—just like many banking apps. Visit bc3.edu/current-students for set up help and troubleshooting.

Student Enrollment Guide Fall Semester 2026

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BC3 @ Brockway 1200 Wood Street Brockway, PA 15824 814-265-1813

BC3 @ Armstrong 1100 Fourth Avenue Ford City, PA 16226 724-902-7452

BC3 @ Cranberry 250 Executive Drive Cranberry Twp., PA 16066 724-772-5520

Contact Us

We are here to help!

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Advising: Student.Planning@bc3.edu Admissions and Records: Registration@bc3.edu Student Financial Services: SFS@bc3.edu Technology Help Desk: bc3.edu/fastform

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