Bristol Community College
Bristol Community College (BCC) is located in Fall River, Massachusetts. This two-year community college was established in December of 1965. This is a very large community college that serves many students throughout the area. BCC offers more than 150 degree and certificate programs. There are a number of different associate degree options available to students, and the school also has agreements in place to allow students to work toward a bachelor degree in certain areas. This is a fully-featured school that truly offers students a good college experience. There is an athletics department that was established in 2008, offering various men's and women's sports. It is a part of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).
The BCC nursing program allows students to pursue an associate in science in nursing degree. This program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and is also fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The nursing program at BCC has enjoyed great success over the years. The thorough education that nursing students receive at this school translates into high graduation percentages and great success rates for those who take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. The school consistently scores numbers that are above the national average, making it a good choice for nursing students who want to have the best chances of success.
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
Number of Students7,637 |
Student to Faculty Ratio16:1 |
Is Admission OpenYes |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level2-year |
TypePublic |
On Campus Housing- |
Retention Rate60% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Associate's degree | 15 | 59 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education 12/01/1970 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 06/01/1971 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateApplication fee
Undergrads | $10 |
Graduates | -- |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
Undergrad courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | $194/credit | |
In State Students | $194/credit | |
Out of State Students | $400/credit |
Graduate courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | - | |
In State Students | - | |
Out of State Students | - |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
---|---|---|---|---|
LPN | 45 | $8,730 | $8,730 | $18,000 |
ADN | 70 | $13,580 | $13,580 | $28,000 |
BSN | 125 | $24,250 | $24,250 | $50,000 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 79% of Bristol Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
---|---|---|
Pell Grant | 53% | $3,919 |
Other Federal Grant | 8% | $495 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 55% | $984 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | -- | $1,957 |
Federal Student Loans | 34% | $3,414 |
Private Loans | -- | $4,753 |
$6,450
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$5,540 |
$30,001 to $48,000$5,797 |
$48,001 to $75,000$7,724 |
$75,001 to $110,000$9,687 |
Over $110,000$10,206 |
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Student Population
7,637
Undergrads
0
Graduates
4,810
Women
2,827
Men
44%
Full-time
56%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
White |
69% |
Hispanic |
9% |
Black/African American |
8% |
Two or more races |
6% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
5% |
Asian |
2% |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Massachusetts state board of nursing.