Frequently Asked Questions 4
We have been closely monitoring the BCC app and have compiled students’ most commonly asked questions. From Admissions, Registration, Financial Aid/Bursar’s Office, Advisement, Academics, Advisement, and Student Life to the most Helpful Resources, here’s what you need to know.
Financial Aid (2)
If you or your parents are employed ask your company or labor union if it has a tuition reimbursement program.
Check to see if the church or community organization you or your parents belong to has an educational grant or scholarship program.
If you are a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or the child of a veteran, you may be eligible for veterans’ educational benefits. Learn about your eligibility for these benefits at the Veterans Administration GI bill website.
Vocational and Educational Services for individuals with Disabilities (VESID) is a NYS government office that provides a variety of educationally related services and some financial assistance for eligible students.
If you are a recipient of public assistance, you may qualify for Training Related Expense (TRE) payments through the Office of Employment Services (OES) of the Human Resources Administration.
The New York State Department of Education, in conjunction with the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), makes a number of academic merit and service awards each year. For more information about more than a dozen NYS sponsored academic award programs, please visit HESC’s Grants, Scholarships and Special Awards page.
For those who wish to conduct your own scholarship searches, you may want to try the following free scholarship searches:
To inquire about BCC Foundation scholarships visit: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/admission-financial-aid/financial-aid/scholarships/
ODP - Academic Support (1)
1. Military veterans and active military members do not have to pay the CUNY Admissions Application fee.n2. Military veterans are eligible for PELL Grants, S.E.O.G. (Secondary Opportunity Grant) and College work Study.n3. Military veterans are not eligible for N.Y.S. TAP (Tuition Assistance Program) and GI Bill.n4. Military Veterans in N.Y.S. may be entitled to the N.Y.S. Veterans Tuition Award (NYSVTA). To see if you qualify, and for more information, visit Veterans Tuition Awards on the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation website at http://www.hesc.ny.gov/.n
ODP - Bursar (5)
Yes, you can use your employer’s tuition reimbursement program for online education.nnYou must present the voucher/letter each semester, even if the document states that the organization will pay for multiple semesters. All waivers must be received prior to the payment due date to avoid the risk of course cancellation. Students should submit their vouchers to a Bursar representative in Colston Hall. All vouchers are estimated and bills are not considered paid until the third party actually makes payment in full to the college. If the third party does not pay all or part of the amount invoiced, the student will be responsible for this balance. Vouchers do not cover tuition fees.
Full-Time Degree Students (12 credits or more) $2,400 per semester + Student Activity Fee $77.60 per semester + Technology Fee $125.00 per semester + Online Infrastructure Fee of $75 per semesternnPart-Time Degree Students (11 credits or less) $210 per credit/hour + Student Activity Fee $52.60 per semester + Technology Fee $62.50 per semester + Online Infrastructure Fee of $75 per semesternnNon-New York State resident, including international (foreign) students $320 per credit/hour + Student Activity, Technology and Online fee based on full time or part time status
ODP - Financial Aid (4)
Federal/State approved fully online programs at BCC are eligible for student loans. Eligibility is based on federal guidelines.
Scholarships are available to all students enrolled in Federal/State approved online programs.
All students who are eligible may apply to financial aid online via www.studentaid.govnEligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.
Financial aid is available to all students who are enrolled in a Federal/State approved fully online program at BCC. Eligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.
Helpful Resources
| Resources | Location | Phone Ext (718-289-****) |
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| Academic Advising (General) | Nichols Hall, 407 |  |
5401 |
| Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) | Nichols Hall, 411 | |
3546 |
| Admissions | Loew Hall, 224 | |
5895 |
| Athletics | Alumni Gym | |
5338 |
| Books: New/Used/ Rental | Online | |
800-887-6459 |
| Bursar (pay for classes) | Colston Hall, Main level | |
5617/5618 |
| Career Development | Sage Hall, 201 | |
5177 |
| College Discovery | Loew Hall 400 | |
5882 |
| College Work Study | Colston Hall, 504 | |
5700 |
| Counseling and Resources for Emergency Support (C.A.R.E.S) | Loew Hall 419 or 430 | |
5179/5223 |
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| CUNY EDGE | Loew Hall, 106A | |
5849 |
| Disability Services | Loew Hall, 211 | |
5874 |
| Early Childcare Center | Children’s Center, 219 | |
5461/3512 |
| Financial Aid | Colston Hall, 504 | |
5700 |
| First Year Program | Nichols Hall, 105 | |
5120 |
| Food Pantry | Loew Hall, 419 | |
5179 |
| Health Services (Immunizations & Minor injury Treatment) | Loew Hall, 101 | |
5858 |
| Judicial Affairs (College Code of Conduct) | Loew Hall, 416 | |
5630 |
| Leadership Clubs & Organizations | Roscoe Brown Student Center, 309 | |
5194 |
| LGBTQI+ Resource Room | Roscoe Brown Student Center, 312 | |
5903 |
| Library & Computers | North Hall & Library | |
5439 |
| Male Empowerment Network | Roscoe Brown Student Center, 101-103 | |
5713 |
| Public Safety/ Emergencies | Loew 511 | |
5923 /5911 |
| Registrar (Verification of enrollment, | Colston Hall, 513 | |
5710 |
| E-permit, Residency and Transcripts) | |||
| Shuttle Bus | Departs from Meister every 20- 30 minutes | 5311 | |
| Student Success | Loew Hall, 201 | |
5278 |
| Technology Service Center | Roscoe Brown Student Center, 308 | |
5970 |
| Tutoring/Learning Commons | Meister Hall, SB 003 | |
929-314-3731 |
| Veteran and Military Resources | Loew Hall, 326 |  |
5447 |
| Womxn Up! | Roscoe Brown Student Center, 203B | |
5266 |
| Writing Center & Computer Lab | Sage Hall, 100 | |
5279 |
Financial Aid (2)
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If you or your parents are employed ask your company or labor union if it has a tuition reimbursement program.
Check to see if the church or community organization you or your parents belong to has an educational grant or scholarship program.
If you are a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or the child of a veteran, you may be eligible for veterans’ educational benefits. Learn about your eligibility for these benefits at the Veterans Administration GI bill website.
Vocational and Educational Services for individuals with Disabilities (VESID) is a NYS government office that provides a variety of educationally related services and some financial assistance for eligible students.
If you are a recipient of public assistance, you may qualify for Training Related Expense (TRE) payments through the Office of Employment Services (OES) of the Human Resources Administration.
The New York State Department of Education, in conjunction with the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), makes a number of academic merit and service awards each year. For more information about more than a dozen NYS sponsored academic award programs, please visit HESC’s Grants, Scholarships and Special Awards page.
For those who wish to conduct your own scholarship searches, you may want to try the following free scholarship searches:
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To inquire about BCC Foundation scholarships visit: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/admission-financial-aid/financial-aid/scholarships/
ODP - Academic Support (1)
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1. Military veterans and active military members do not have to pay the CUNY Admissions Application fee.n2. Military veterans are eligible for PELL Grants, S.E.O.G. (Secondary Opportunity Grant) and College work Study.n3. Military veterans are not eligible for N.Y.S. TAP (Tuition Assistance Program) and GI Bill.n4. Military Veterans in N.Y.S. may be entitled to the N.Y.S. Veterans Tuition Award (NYSVTA). To see if you qualify, and for more information, visit Veterans Tuition Awards on the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation website at http://www.hesc.ny.gov/.n
ODP - Bursar (5)
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Yes, you can use your employer’s tuition reimbursement program for online education.nnYou must present the voucher/letter each semester, even if the document states that the organization will pay for multiple semesters. All waivers must be received prior to the payment due date to avoid the risk of course cancellation. Students should submit their vouchers to a Bursar representative in Colston Hall. All vouchers are estimated and bills are not considered paid until the third party actually makes payment in full to the college. If the third party does not pay all or part of the amount invoiced, the student will be responsible for this balance. Vouchers do not cover tuition fees.
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Full-Time Degree Students (12 credits or more) $2,400 per semester + Student Activity Fee $77.60 per semester + Technology Fee $125.00 per semester + Online Infrastructure Fee of $75 per semesternnPart-Time Degree Students (11 credits or less) $210 per credit/hour + Student Activity Fee $52.60 per semester + Technology Fee $62.50 per semester + Online Infrastructure Fee of $75 per semesternnNon-New York State resident, including international (foreign) students $320 per credit/hour + Student Activity, Technology and Online fee based on full time or part time status
ODP - Financial Aid (4)
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Federal/State approved fully online programs at BCC are eligible for student loans. Eligibility is based on federal guidelines.
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Scholarships are available to all students enrolled in Federal/State approved online programs.
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All students who are eligible may apply to financial aid online via www.studentaid.govnEligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.
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Financial aid is available to all students who are enrolled in a Federal/State approved fully online program at BCC. Eligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.
Financial Aid (2)
If you or your parents are employed ask your company or labor union if it has a tuition reimbursement program.
Check to see if the church or community organization you or your parents belong to has an educational grant or scholarship program.
If you are a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or the child of a veteran, you may be eligible for veterans’ educational benefits. Learn about your eligibility for these benefits at the Veterans Administration GI bill website.
Vocational and Educational Services for individuals with Disabilities (VESID) is a NYS government office that provides a variety of educationally related services and some financial assistance for eligible students.
If you are a recipient of public assistance, you may qualify for Training Related Expense (TRE) payments through the Office of Employment Services (OES) of the Human Resources Administration.
The New York State Department of Education, in conjunction with the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), makes a number of academic merit and service awards each year. For more information about more than a dozen NYS sponsored academic award programs, please visit HESC’s Grants, Scholarships and Special Awards page.
For those who wish to conduct your own scholarship searches, you may want to try the following free scholarship searches:
To inquire about BCC Foundation scholarships visit: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/admission-financial-aid/financial-aid/scholarships/
ODP - Academic Support (1)
1. Military veterans and active military members do not have to pay the CUNY Admissions Application fee.n2. Military veterans are eligible for PELL Grants, S.E.O.G. (Secondary Opportunity Grant) and College work Study.n3. Military veterans are not eligible for N.Y.S. TAP (Tuition Assistance Program) and GI Bill.n4. Military Veterans in N.Y.S. may be entitled to the N.Y.S. Veterans Tuition Award (NYSVTA). To see if you qualify, and for more information, visit Veterans Tuition Awards on the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation website at http://www.hesc.ny.gov/.n
ODP - Bursar (5)
Yes, you can use your employer’s tuition reimbursement program for online education.nnYou must present the voucher/letter each semester, even if the document states that the organization will pay for multiple semesters. All waivers must be received prior to the payment due date to avoid the risk of course cancellation. Students should submit their vouchers to a Bursar representative in Colston Hall. All vouchers are estimated and bills are not considered paid until the third party actually makes payment in full to the college. If the third party does not pay all or part of the amount invoiced, the student will be responsible for this balance. Vouchers do not cover tuition fees.
Full-Time Degree Students (12 credits or more) $2,400 per semester + Student Activity Fee $77.60 per semester + Technology Fee $125.00 per semester + Online Infrastructure Fee of $75 per semesternnPart-Time Degree Students (11 credits or less) $210 per credit/hour + Student Activity Fee $52.60 per semester + Technology Fee $62.50 per semester + Online Infrastructure Fee of $75 per semesternnNon-New York State resident, including international (foreign) students $320 per credit/hour + Student Activity, Technology and Online fee based on full time or part time status
ODP - Financial Aid (4)
Federal/State approved fully online programs at BCC are eligible for student loans. Eligibility is based on federal guidelines.
Scholarships are available to all students enrolled in Federal/State approved online programs.
All students who are eligible may apply to financial aid online via www.studentaid.govnEligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.
Financial aid is available to all students who are enrolled in a Federal/State approved fully online program at BCC. Eligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.
