BCC as an institution is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). BCC has approval from the New York State Department of Education to offer programs in distance education (e.g., online) format. Additionally, we have filed all our online programs with MSCHE. Note that regional accreditors like MSCHE do not accredit programs. They accredit institutions.

BCC online degrees hold equivelent in value to face to face degrees and happily recognized and respected by employers.

Some courses are self-paced and some instructor-led. Both, instructor-lead courses and self-paced courses, involve substantive and regular interaction with the professor. Also, both courses have deadlines to submit assignments and or exams.

No, only Graduation the first Friday in June.

The fully online programs are designed for adult learners, working professional, and anyone who may benefit from avoiding commuting time and needs flexibility with their schedule.

Currently, as of Spring 2024, we offer the following fully online degrees at BCC: 1. Assistant Of Children With Special Needs Certificate, 2. Bilingual Early Childhood Assistant Certificate, 3. Criminal Justice AA, 4 and 5. Online Cybersecurity and Networking AAS & Certificate, 6. Digital Design AAS, 7. Early Childhood Assistant Certificate, 8. Education AS, 9. English AA, 10 and 11. Liberal Arts And Sciences AA (Options: Media Studies, and Spanish), and 12. Public Health AS

Yes, the Office of Institutional Research at Bronx Community College distributes end-of-semester course and instructor evaluations. Additionally, most professors ask for feedback and course evaluation from students throughout the semester, and or mid-semester, and or at the end of the semester.

Yes, the degree for an online degree or a on-campus degree is the same. There is no difference between an on-campus in person degree and an online degree, except for the course modality.

Yes, the fully online programs are designed for adult learners, students with other life responsibilities, and anyone who may benefit from avoiding commuting time and needs flexibility with their schedule. However, it is important to discuss with your Academic Advisor and Program Director how much time the courses require, and consider how much time you have available to study, and plan accordingly.

Yes, fully online programs lead to the following degrees and/or certificates: 1. Assistant Of Children With Special Needs Certificate, 2. Bilingual Early Childhood Assistant Certificate, 3. Criminal Justice AA, 4 and 5. Online Cybersecurity and Networking AAS & Certificate, 6. Digital Design AAS, 7. Early Childhood Assistant Certificate, 8. Education AS, 9. English AA, 10 and 11. Liberal Arts And Sciences AA (Options: Media Studies, and Spanish), and 12. Public Health AS. We plan to add more programs in the near future. Check out the Online Degree Programs Website for updates: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

Online courses at Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, use Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Course information, professor information, schedule of classes, course content, assessments and exams, and everything else course related is posted in Brightspace. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course.

Bronx Community College is not a fully online college. BCC has been established in 1957, and it has been offering all services and resources that most colleges offer. BCC started offering online degrees in 2023. Most services offered to in person students are offered to online students, except those that require to be physically on campus (e.g. sports, cafeteria, etc.)

Online learning involves the use of digital technologies, such as a Learning Management System, Zoom, eProtfolios, and others, to deliver educational content and facilitate interaction between professors and students.

Time of completion will depend on how many credits you take per semester. Online programs at BCC require sixty (60) credits and an overall grade point average (GPA) of a 2.0. Degree Maps outline progress per semester to complete a degree in two years. If you take fifteen (15) credits per semester as a full-time student, you will complete the degree in 2 years. Consult with your Academic Advisor to discuss the best option for you.

These are the academic programs and majors available in BCC’s fully online programs: 1. Assistant Of Children With Special Needs Certificate, 2. Bilingual Early Childhood Assistant Certificate, 3. Criminal Justice AA, 4 and 5. Online Cybersecurity and Networking AAS & Certificate, 6. Digital Design AAS, 7. Early Childhood Assistant Certificate, 8. Education AS, 9. English AA, 10 and 11. Liberal Arts And Sciences AA (Options: Media Studies, and Spanish), and 12. Public Health AS. We plan to add more programs in the near future. Check out the Online Degree Programs Website for updates: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

Bronx Community College is not a fully online college, but it offers fully online programs. The fully online programs are designed for adult learners, working professional, and anyone who may benefit from avoiding commuting time and needs flexibility with their schedule. The design of all courses follows the guidelines provided by the Online Course Quality Review Rubric (OSCQR), used for online courses at CUNY and SUNY. These guidelines ensure that each course is accessible and that there is regular and substantive interaction.

A fully online program is an academic program for which all courses are delivered online, and all services (registration, advisement, etc.) are also available online. This allows students to participate and complete their studies without the need to attend on campus in person classes.

CUNY Online is a brand name that includes many Asynchronous Online Degree Programs within CUNY. However, each College Online Degree Program, and all its courses, is created, lead, and taught by professors within the College.

Class size varies, but all online classes are capped at 25 students.

Students that they need general information may contact Public Safety at 718-289-5390 or via the BCC website at . Public Safety is located in Loew Hall 5th Floor.

Forms of assessment in online courses vary greatly by instructor and course. Some faculty may administer no exams, preferring only papers or projects. Others may administer oral exams. Some may administer exams online that they proctor themselves.

Some professors make course content available weekly as the semester progresses, and some professors make all course content available from the beginning of the semester. This depends on the nature of each course and the teaching pedagogy chosen by each professor. However, all courses have deadlines for assignment and or exams.

No, All tutoring is free of charge to current BCC students. In order to use Tutor.com, you must access it from Blackboard.

Yes, some courses have alternatives to traditional exams. The alternatives to traditional exams (e.g., project, field report, activity report, paper, reflection, skills demonstration) depend on each course and discipline.

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

There are no limits to the number of tutoring sessions you can attend. There are sometimes time limits to the sessions. You have 10 hours of tutoring available through tutor.com.

BCC has a full time nurse on staff. You can arrange a zoom meeting for medical guidance. Please call Health Services at 718-289-5859 to schedule a zoom session. Please note that certain medical services (e.g., flu vaccines, can only be administered in person). Click here for more information: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/health-services/#theme-page

Networking opportunities, also known as Information Sessions, and career fairs are available to all our online and in-person students as well as alumni.

Yes, you can use our virtual Learning Commons to access self-guided STEM tutoring. https://sites.google.com/view/sample-chemistry-resources/home?authuser=0

There are major-related internships and work-based experiences available to all fully online students, but there is no guarantee that it’ll be virtual.

Yes, there are opportunities for networking and building professional connections, but not all opportunities are virtual.

Yes, many professors and students at Bronx Community College participate in research. There are disciplines that may require in person lab work, but talk with the Program Director of your program of interest to find out more. Find contact information for your program at this link https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

Not at this time. All programs offered online are expected to be completable in the approximately the same amount of time as in-person. However, since online courses are often asynchronous, they tend to pose less of a scheduling challenge than do in-person courses. Therefore, a motivated and high-achieving online student may be able to complete some programs more quickly than an in-person student can.  

To better prepare you for online learning, you should take the, “Are Your Ready?” assessment. https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/distance-learning/blackboard-preparatory-course-are-you-ready/

Tutoring is available for many subjects both on-campus and online. Check out the Learning Commons for the latest schedules. https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/learning-commons/

Yes, writing support is available through the Writing Center (in-person and online). Schedule an appointment at https://bcc.mywconline.net/ or through Tutor.com in Blackboard.

Absolutely, we support our online students with online tutoring with our very own BCC tutors as well as Tutor.com, which is available 24/7. For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/

Yes, each tutoring center has evening and weekend hours. Check the schedule in the tutoring tab in Blackboard. Tutor.com is available 24/7, enter through your Blackboard page.

Most tutoring is available in real-time via synchronous sessions through WCOnline and Zoom. The virtual learning commons is asynchronous and offers self-guided tutoring.

Both, depending on the subject. Schedule an appointment on WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/

All tutors are qualified and trained to tutor in their respective areas and will share with you their expertise.

At this time, we have no programs or courses offered online that require students to take exams at a testing center.

Yes, all online, in-person, and alumni students can access career-readiness counseling and utilize all our online resources as well.

Yes, you can meet with a Career Development Specialist nnCareer Development – Bronx Community College (cuny.edu)

Any student at Bronx Community College, whether you are a fully online student, fully in person, or somewhere in between can access mental health services on campus. You just need to be registered as a student for the semester you are seeking services.nAppointments can be made by:nPhone: (718) 289-5223nEmail: Personal.Counseling@bcc.cuny.edu or,nIn person: Loew Hall room 430nn Offices and sessions are typically open on Weekdays 9am-5pm. (Late night and weekend hours vary by semester and availability, please inquire when making an appointment)nSessions can be done in person, over the phone, or on ZoomnnMore information on the Office of Personal Counseling can be found at this link:nhttp://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/personal-counseling-services/

Yes, you can access the course material and lecture material at any time during the semester while you are taking a course. Some professors make course content available weekly as the semester progresses, and some professors make all course content available from the beginning of the semester. This depends on the nature of each course and the teaching pedagogy chosen by each professor.

Our new online job board, called Handshake, is currently in the process of being onboard and all students will be informed about it and how to access it via a Broadcast announcement. All online career resources, including Handshake, Focus 2 Careers, and Big Interview are accessible via a single sign-in process using the BCC email address and password.

All students who officially graduate from BCC’s in-person or online programs are entitled to receive career services from the Office of Career Development.

Absolutely, we support our online students with online tutoring with our very own BCC tutors as well as Tutor.com, which is available 24/7. For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/

Currently, we do not have an alumni-based program, but will do so in the near future.

No, not at this time a fully online STEM program is not available.  Some of the required science and math courses are only conducted in person.  

BCC does offer some credit for prior learning opportunities. Please see here for more information. Note, though, that prior learning credit must typically be equivalent to a specific course at BCC in order to be considered for credit.

Yes. Visit https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/disability-services/ for more information or to contact a disability-services representative directly.

Yes, writing support is available through the Writing Center (in-person and online) and through Tutor.com.

No, all sessions are based on subject matter. You can schedule tutoring in different subjects on the same day but not at the same time.

We support our online students with online tutoring with our very own BCC tutors as well as Tutor.com, which is available 24/7. For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/ For access to Tutor.com, enter through Blackboard, under the Bronx CC Tutoring tab.

Yes, you can register at any time.

Appointments with specific tutors are not guaranteed and are based on availability.

Yes, the Office of Career Development does have employer partnerships and industry connections.

Online students can participate in the BCC Honors Program, either by enrolling in honors sections or completing honors contracts.

Students in BCC online programs are eligible to engage in the international education opportunities available to in-person students. Some logistical challenges may present themselves, however, depending on the location of the online student. For example, study abroad programs often involve students travelling together from New York. This may be more difficult for an online student living outside the metropolitan area.

Students in BCC online programs are eligible to engage in the international education opportunities available to in-person students. Some logistical challenges may present themselves, however, depending on the location of the online student. For example, study abroad programs often involve students travelling together from New York. This may be more difficult for an online student living outside the metropolitan area.

The Forever GI Bill: Effective October 1, 2011. Individuals only enrolled in distance learning (on-line) courses were eligible for an MHA (Monthly Housing Allowance) equal to 50% of the national average of all BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) rates. As of August 10, 2023, this is $1,054.50 or less.nCurrently, BCC does not participate in the TA (Tuition Assistance) program for active-duty personnel.

All assignments and exams are submitted or taken online. Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, uses Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Interactions among students and with the professor are channeled through Brightspace. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course. Grading will depend on the nature of the assignments (i.e. whether it is a written assignment, a report, or an other type of assignment)

All exams and assessments are taken or submitted online. Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, uses Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Submission of exams and assessments are channeled through Brightspace. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course.

The structure of the course depends on each course and each professor. However, the design of all courses follows the guidelines provided by the Online Course Quality Review Rubric (OSCQR), used for online courses at CUNY and SUNY. These guidelines ensure that each course is accessible and that there is regular and substantive interaction. Online courses at Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, are delivered using Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course.

Group projects and online discussions vary among courses and their conduction depends on the goal of the discussion and the pedagogical approach of the professor. Discussion boards may be written discussion boards, or video discussion boards. In both cases students interact with each other and with the instructor. Group projects may be also written projects sharing a common document or site, or audio or video project working together.

Some research projects and laboratory requirements can be meet online and some cannot. Talk with the Program Director of your program of interest to find out more. Find contact information for your program at this link https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

Remote (Off-Campus) Access to the Library In order to access Bronx Community College Library’s online resources [https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/library/library-research/] (databases, ebooks, journals, streaming videos, etc.) you will be asked to log in using your CUNY Login username and password (same credentials for logging into Blackboard).

Library Databases [https://bcc-cuny.libguides.com/az.php] – an alphabetical list of databases; if you are not sure which database to use, you can browse by subject or database type (ebooks, ejournals, streaming videos, etc.)

Subject Guides [https://bcc-cuny.libguides.com/] – BCC librarians have created subject-specific research guides to help you locate resources for your topic.

Streaming Videos [https://bcc-cuny.libguides.com/c.php?g=1327952] – This guide will help you find and navigate streaming film and video collections.

Ask –A-Librarian [https://v2.libanswers.com/widget_chat.php?hash=0e9d5de6f80b82061ab0ef3a7779e760] – Have a question, chat with a librarian from BCC during business hours. After business hours, your questions will be answered by another professional librarian. This service is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (24/7)

Absolutely, we support our online students with online tutoring with our very own BCC tutors as well as Tutor.com, which is available 24/7. For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/ For Tutor.com, access is available through Blackboard.

1. Phone: You can call the Disability Services Office at 718-289-5100, extension 5874. When you call, you can inquire about available appointment slots and schedule a time that works for you.
2. Email: You can send an email to disabilityservices@bcc.cuny.edu to request an appointment. In your email, be sure to provide your contact information and the reason for your appointment.
3. Starfish: BCC uses the Starfish system for scheduling appointments. You can log in to your Starfish account, and follow these instructions locate the Disability Services Office, and schedule an appointment through the platform.

Choose the method that is most convenient for you, and do not forget to provide the necessary information to help them assist you effectively.

1. Determine the specific challenges you face when completing assignments and exams. Consider the type of assignments and exams you’ll be working on, and any barriers you encounter. This might include difficulties with reading, writing, organization, or other tasks.
2. Get in touch with the BCC disability services office. They can provide information available for accommodations and assistive technology resources.
3. Work with the disability services assistive technology that could assist you providing screen readers, speech-to-text software, text-to-speech software, dictation software, magnification tools, and more, and together choose the tools that best suit your needs.
4. When it comes to exams or assignments, you may need special arrangements, such as extended time, a separate testing location, or the use of assistive technology. Make sure to coordinate this accommodation with your instructors and the AT in the disability services office.
5. Lastly, test the technology before exams or assignments, before the actual due date, and set up to ensure everything works smoothly.

For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/ For Tutor.com, access is available through Blackboard.

To share your Letter of Accommodations with your instructors in your online classes, you have a couple of options. One way is to share it during office hours with your instructor. Also, you can share it with your instructor by sending a copy via email. If you need an additional electronic copy, you can request it by emailing disabilityservices@bcc.cuny.edu.

Our tutoring platforms have whiteboards and are available with voice or chat options. Students are expected to have their work/problems/examples ready to discuss with the tutors.

Students who attend multiple tutoring sessions in the same subject have a significantly higher pass rate than those that do not participate in tutoring.

Our tutoring platforms have whiteboards and are available with voice or chat options.

The schedule depends on the course. In asynchronous courses there is no specific schedule except the deadlines established to submit assignments or any other type of assessment. In synchronous courses there is a regular meeting schedule, which depends on each specific course.

For students with learning disabilities, please see the Office of DisAbility Services Office. They can be contacted via email at disabilityservices@bcc.cuny.edu or by phone at 718-289-5874.

Tutoring is available for any current BCC student with an EMPL ID number.

Students with print disabilities must reach out to the Disability Service Office as soon as possible via email at DisabilityServices@bcc.cuny.edu.

Through 1-on-1 virtual appointments with their assigned career specialist, online and in-person students and alumni can receive the following services: career exploration; determining a major that meets the student’s interest; resume and/or cover letter writing, review, and edits; assistance with accessing online self-directed programs; career-ready preparations to qualify for paid internships and jobs in their fields of study.

CUNY LEADS (Linking Employment, Academics, and Disability Services) is a program established to facilitate successful academic and career outcomes for students with disabilities who are enrolled in CUNY programs.

This exciting program is free of charge for eligible candidates and available on all CUNY campuses. Each campus has a LEADS Advisor who collaborates with various departments, agencies, and businesses both on and off campus to provide career guidance and support to students.

Visit https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/disability-services/services-accommodations/ for more information.

We support our online students with online tutoring with our very own BCC tutors as well as Tutor.com, which is available 24/7.

For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/

All online and in-person students as well as alumni are offered the following career services: career exploration; determining a major that meets the student’s interest; resume and/or cover letter writing, review, and edits; assistance with accessing online self-directed programs; career-ready preparations to qualify for paid internships and jobs in their fields of study. All internship and job placement assistance are free of charge.

We work closely with faculty and external resources to provide appropriate and effective academic accommodations to students. Below are some examples of online accommodations that registered students may receive based on their individual needs.

1. Testing Accommodations (e.g., extra time, use of a reader and/or scribe, use of a calculator, use of Assistive Technology, and/or alternate text formats)
2. Reading Software (Kurzweil, Zoom Text, Read and Write Gold, JAWS, Dragon)
3. Closed Captions, Sign Language Interpreters

Most BCC subjects are covered by tutoring. There is slight variation from semester to semester. Check out the Learning Commons for the most recent listing. https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/learning-commons/

International students should check our How to Apply page for detailed information on what documents may be required. International students applying for BCC should also note that only one online or distance learning class can count toward a full course of study for an F-1 student during each term or semester.

There are no age restrictions for enrollment in BCC’s fully online programs.

Initially, yes, you can apply to multiple fully online programs simultaneously. However, taking more courses that you can handle is not advisable. Talk with your Academic Advisor and with the Program Director before enrolling in your courses.

Find contact information for your program at this link https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

Additionally, financial aid limitations may apply. Talk with a financial aid officer before enrolling in your courses.

Yes, students can defer/reactivate their admissions to a later term for BCC’s online programs. Please email us at Admission@bcc.cuny.edu so we can check if your application can be reactivated for the current semester. You should also check your email as we may have already sent you an email asking you to reactivate your application.

Yes, you can enroll in BCC’s fully online programs if you have a criminal record. We do not require that students disclose their conviction history.

Yes, you can pursue one of BCC’s fully online programs if English is not your first language, however you will need to first complete all required ESL coursework in-person. ESL courses are not available online and students must be fully proficient in English and math to enroll in BCC’s fully online program.

You can take courses at different CUNY schools and BCC’s fully online program, however you can only be matriculated (have a major/degree program) at one CUNY school at a time. If you intend to take courses at other colleges, you may consider doing so on E-Permit or as a Non-degree student.

Yes, you can transfer credits to many colleges and universities, as BCC is fully accredited by The Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Yes, BCC will accept a maximum of 30 transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution (or international equivalent) toward a 60-credit associate degree. These include BCC’s fully online associate degree programs.

No, F1 international student’s are not eligible for BCC’s fully online programs. F1 students must be enrolled full-time and only one online or distance learning class can count toward a full course of study each semester.

International students may enroll in BCC’s fully online programs, but they will not be eligible for the F-1 student visa if they do so.

BCC’s fully online programs do not require standardized test scores (SAT/ACT), however online students may opt to submit these scores for proficiency evaluation, since students need to be fully proficient in English and math to be eligible to enroll in fully online programs.

Based on how many of your credits transfer in, your corresponding coursework to complete will be reduced. If you transfer in 30 credits, you will only have 30 remaining credits to complete within BCC’s fully online program.

The length of time varies depending on whether you are a freshman (first-time in college), or transfer (attended college before), as well as depending on where you attended high school/college. Students with international documents will need more time as we have to wait for evaluation of the foreign credentials. Once you submit your application and required transcripts, please contact our admissions office at Admission@bcc.cuny.edu to get more information about the next steps to complete your admissions process.

No, BCC is not authorized for issue I-20 forms for student visas for international students participating in a fully program.

Yes, BCC can only accept a maximum of 30 transfer credits.

All online applicants are required to submit a non-refundable application fee to be considered for admission through the City University of New York (CUNY) application. The Freshman Application fee is $65. The Transfer Application fee is $70.

Please complete the transfer application online and submit official college transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. After you are admitted, the Registrar’s office will review your credits and determine which credits will transfer prior to you meeting with an academic advisor to register for classes.

There is no set deadline for admissions into BCC’s fully online programs, however, the earlier a student completes the admissions process and register, the more likely that all required courses will be available fully online, as online programming has a limited number of reserved seats.

There are no specific limits, however credits over 18 will need permission from the Dean of Academic Affairs.

Yes, you will be assigned an Academic Advisor who will assist and guide you with degree requirements, academic support, career, transfer and financial aid information.

There is no overall GPA required for transfers, however students must have earned a grade of “C” or above in order for courses to be accepted at BCC.

Same prerequisites as in-person.

Yes, all professors offer virtual office hours. We support our online students with online tutoring with our very own BCC tutors as well as Tutor.com, which is available 24/7. For BCC tutors, schedule your appointment through WCOnline. https://bcc.mywconline.net/

For access to Tutor.com, enter through Blackboard, under the Bronx CC Tutoring tab. Additionally, the Technology Service Center at Bronx Community College offers online technical support https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/information-technology-service-desk/

Yes, you can change your major to another fully online program or any other major offered at BCC. You should consult with your Academic Advisor to go over the degree requirements and credits. A change of major form needs to be submitted to the Registrar Office

10-12-23-revised-application-for-change-of-plansubplan-fillable.pdf (cuny.edu)

Yes, up to 50% of the required courses can be on campus.

BCC does offer some credit for prior learning opportunities. Please see here <https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/bcc-credit-for-prior-learning/> for more information. Note, though, that prior learning credit must typically be equivalent to a specific course at BCC in order to be considered for credit. This typically restricts prior learning credit. However, many students do transfer credit from prior colleges. See here for more information on transfer credit.

Yes, BCC’s fully online programs in Cybersecurity, Digital Design, and Education accept prior learning/work experience credit as outlined here – https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/bcc-credit-for-prior-learning/

If a student is enrolled fulltime, it typically takes two years to complete a degree. For certificate programs, completion time is typically one year.

If you are well organized, self-motivated and have high level of time management skills online learning nmaybe a good option for you. If you don’t mind setting your schedule for learning and extremely comfortable with ncompleting assignments as well collaborating with professor and classmate fully online learning will be suitablenfor you. As with anything you have to weigh the pros and cons.

Some courses or programs may require a final project. Talk with your Academic Advisor and with the Program Director to learn more about your program of interest. Find programs information at this link https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

For all degree programs you must complete all degree courses and have an overall grade point average (GPA) of a 2.0 (C average).

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

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.

Financial aid options are available to all students who are eligible if taking courses on campus or online. Eligibility is based on state and federal guidelines.

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.

There are no limitations.

No, there are no restrictions on the number of courses you can take. However, taking more courses that you can handle is not advisable. Talk with your Academic Advisor and with the Program Director before enrolling in your courses. Find contact information for your program of interest at this link https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/online-degree-program/

Yes. BCC online programs have the same standards in terms of awarding transfer credit as we do for out in-person programs. See here for our BCC transfer credit policies.

There are not. However, students attending BCC from another time zone may encounter scheduling challenges attending synchronous courses (these are courses that meet at a specific time). For example, a course that meets online at 4 PM in New York would meet in the middle of the night in Southeast Asia.

However, some BCC programs offer many of their courses in asynchronous format—that is, there is no specific time all students must meet. In programs like these, a time difference would be of little importance.

(The diploma or transcript indicate the name of the degree but not that it was obtained via online courses.) Alex to confirm

Yes. All campus facilities are available to BCC students.

BCC has civic engagement programming, however most activities are in-person. Please click here for more information. http://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-life/student-life/student-clubs-societies/

Yes, online students can join and charter their own clubs. However, most activities and meeting are held in person. Some clubs do offer a hybrid component. Please work with the President of the club to facilitate online meetings. Check the website and BCC mobile app for more information. Also read all the broadcasts.

Yes, there are many opportunities. All courses are designed to have regular and substantive interaction, which means frequent and professor initiated interaction. Interactions may be using Zoom, written or video discussion boards, group projects, or audios. Also, all professors offer office hours for individual consultations.

The CARES (Counseling and Resources for Emergency Support) assists students with emotional, developmental and/or psychological concerns that may be interfering with their personal and academic growth. They provide free, confidential, short-term individual and group counseling to help students find healthy ways to cope with college and life stressors in order to enhance their personal growth and support their academic focus at BCC. Sessions are held in the format that best meets the student’s respective need (In-person, Zoom, telephone). For more information: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/personal-counseling-services/#theme-page

Yes, there are many events that are held in a hybrid, or online manner. Check the website, BCC mobile app and all broadcasts.

Yes, they can by showing that they are registered through CUNYfirst, signing in with a public safety officer at the security booth and going to the campus Services Center to receive a physical ID.

Yes, they can by showing that they are registered through CUNYfirst, signing in with a public safety officer at the security booth and going to the campus Services Center to receive a physical ID. They can also use the BCC App for a mobile ID Card.

Yes, there are some games that are live streamed. Please the Athletics’ website page for more information. https://bronxbroncos.com/

Yes, online students can join and charter their own clubs. However, most activities and meeting are held in person. Some clubs do offer a hybrid component. Please work with the President of the club to facilitate online meetings. Check the website and BCC mobile app for more information. Also read all the broadcasts.

Yes, all students who complete all the appropriate academic requirements for graduation can participate in the commencement exercise. The commencement exercise is in person on campus event. Please work with your adviser to ensure you apply for graduation in the correct semester.

Yes, online students can join and charter their own clubs. However, most activities and meeting are held in person. Some clubs do offer a hybrid component. Please work with the President of the club to facilitate online meetings. Check the website and BCC mobile app for more information. Also read all the broadcasts.

There are many ways to meet other online students. Here are some examples: creating an online club, get to know your classmates from your courses, create study groups, outreach to others on the BCC mobile app, connect with group tutoring and attend hybrid activates.

There are many ways to answer this question. Maybe the most important internal motivation is to think about the reasons that lead you to enroll in the program of your choice, and keep that as your horizon. Some external motivators that may help you are: set a studying schedule and stick to it, set challenging but realistic goals, be organized, seek help from professors and classmates when needed, create a study support group, find ways to connect with the course material to help you engage with it, use different study methods (for example writing, sketching, video or audio recording, group studying). There are many more strategies to stay motivated depending on your background and personality. Look for more strategies online!

All BCC online students have access to the mandatory New Student Orientation(NSO) program available on Blackboard. Please review this link for regular updates on regarding the online NSO. This is designed to familiarize you with our online learning environment and resources. Additionally, specific programs like the Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP), College Discovery (CD), and the First Year Program (FYP) offer tailored onboarding activities. These can be completed through a Hyflex Modality, which allows for a flexible combination of in-person and online participation to suit your schedule. For those new to Blackboard, guidance is provided on how to navigate and access these resources effectively. We encourage all new students to engage with these orientation activities to ensure a smooth transition to our online programs. To review ongoing college activities, also check out the Bronco Experience Hub HERE.

Online coursework requires internet access, preferable with a laptop, or a desktop, or a tablet, as cell phones may be too small to engage in coursework. Microsoft Office 365 for Education provides Bronx Community College/CUNY students free access to select Office 365 online applications and services, including Teams, Outlook, and Microsoft Office, which may be needed for your course. Some courses may use other apps, which is specified in the syllabus and course information so you can check it out before enrolling in a course.

-Recommended between 100Mbps and 300Mbps

Most initial fully online program courses are presented with basic level computer skills in mind. There are five things all Online Students should know that can be found here: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/distance-learning/information-for-students/

-Generally fully online students must have an Internet connected computer/device to remotely access the Learning Management System (LMS) to access course(s) materials. Additionally, remote learners can join synchronous online classes remotely via Zoom (with camera & microphone); faculty will provide session links as necessary. Lastly, some courses may require additional apps, programs, etc. to fully participate. (Check with your program advisor.)

-It is recommended that the device meet the minimum requirements belown – 8GB of RAMn – A processor of at least 3.0GHzn – Windows 10 or above , Mac os 12.6 or aboven – Some fully online programs may have additional requirements. (Check with your program advisor.)

No, you do not need a Zoom license to participate in the online programs. Professors send the link to access a Zoom room for those course that use it.

All exams and assessments will be taken or submitted online. Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, uses Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Submission of exams and assessments are channeled through Brightspace. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course.

If the remote learner encounters internet connectivity issues, they should contact their internet service provider.

If the remote leaner encounters technical issues, they should contact the Technology Service Center (TSC) help desk for support:
Email: tsc@bcc.cuny.edu
Telephone:
718.289.5970 (Students)
718.289.5969 (Faculty & Staff)
Fax: 718.289.6331
URL: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/information-technology-service-desk/

Registered students can access Brightspace by logging in here (https://brightspace.cuny.edu/).

Online courses at Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, use Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Professors and students interact through Brightspace. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course.

Our Technology Service Center (TSC) is open Mon-Fri 8:00pm-7pm and Saturdays from 9:00am – 1:00pm.

Email: tsc@bcc.cuny.edu
Telephone:
718.289.5970 (Students)
718.289.5969 (Faculty & Staff)
Fax: 718.289.6331
URL: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/campus-resources/information-technology-service-desk/

Yes, it is called Bronx CC CUNY- Student Online Readiness Course – Are You Ready.

Some professors use Zoom and some do not. Bronx Community College, as well as all CUNY campuses, uses Brightspace (starting Summer 2024) as a Learning Management System. Interaction as well as submission of exams and assessments are channeled through Brightspace. Additionally, each professor may use other platforms such as ePortfolios, Zoom, or others, which will be listed in the syllabus and in the course description so that you are aware of it before enrolling in the course.

-Generally fully online students must have an Internet connected computer/device to remotely access the Learning Management System (LMS) to access course(s) materials. Additionally, remote learners can join synchronous online classes remotely via Zoom (with camera & microphone); faculty will provide session links as necessary. Lastly, some courses may require additional apps, programs, etc. to fully participate. (Check with your program advisor.)

The CUNY Online Passport is designed to ensure that undergraduate students in fully online programs have adequate access to the Pathways General Education classes needed to complete their degrees.

Brightspace is the name of CUNY’s current LMS. Registered students can access Brightspace by logging in here (https://brightspace.cuny.edu/).

There are 8 modes of instruction, 3 of which may be used in Fully Online Programs:

• Online Asynchronous (OA)
• Online Synchronous (OS)
• Online Mixed (OM)

For definitions to all BCC Modes of Instruction visit: https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/distance-learning/