Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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, Advising, ASAP, and Student Life to the most Helpful Resources, here’s what you need to know.
Admissions (1)
Previously enrolled students who have been inactive for at least one semester can officially return to continue their educational pursuits by applying for readmission. For further questions, please contact readmit@bcc.cuny.edu
Note: If you have already earned your Associate’s Degree, you should either apply to begin a second degree or take courses as a non-degree student.
Online Degree Programs (ODP) - General (2)
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.
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.
ODP - Admissions (12)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ODP - Advising (1)
Same prerequisites as in-person.
ODP - Registrar (1)
There are no limitations.
ODP - Student Life (1)
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.
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 | |
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 | Colston Hall, 513 | 5710 | |
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 |