BUNKER HILL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (BHCC)
- 250 New Rutherford Ave
- Boston, MA 02129
- OPEID College Code: 01121000
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- General Phone: (617) 228-2000
- President: Mary L. Fifield
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 11,009
- College Alias: BHCC
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About
Bunker Hill Community College is the largest community college in the state of Massachusetts. The school serves approximately 13,000 students each year through its main campus in Charlestown and its four satellite campuses. BHCC was founded in 1973 and has been serving its community by offering the best education and resources possible.
Academics
Bunker Hill Community College offers a variety of programs that will prepare students for a career or transfer to a four year institution. BHCC offer night, midnight and distance learning courses to help students that require a flexible schedule. The school is dedicated to providing its students with a quality education.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
BHCC maintains an open enrollment policy that requires students have a GED or high school diploma in order to be eligible for enrollment. Financial aid is available. Students interested in receiving financial aid should visit the financial aid office as well as the BHCC website's financial aid page.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.bhcc.mass.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
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Bunker Hill Community College
Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College

Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College
Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College

Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College
Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College

Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College
Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College

Bunker Hill Community College
Spring Day Celebration, 4-28-09, Bunker Hill Community College
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.bhcc.mass.edu
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $10.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: BHCC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 61%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 6% | 49% | 29% | 2% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,522 | $3,729 | $1,302 | $1,322 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.8% | 8.1% | 3.8% |
| Number in Default | 28 | 23 | 9 |
| Number in Repayment | 315 | 281 | 232 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,024 | $2,784 | $2,544 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,024 | $2,784 | $2,544 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,968 | $7,728 | $7,488 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,800 | $6,800 | $6,800 |
| Other Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,200 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,224 | $3,984 | $3,744 |
| In-State | $4,224 | $3,984 | $3,744 |
| Out of State | $9,168 | $8,928 | $8,688 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,024 | $14,784 | $14,344 |
| In-State | $15,024 | $14,784 | $14,344 |
| Out of State | $19,968 | $19,728 | $19,288 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,424 | $8,184 | $7,744 |
| In-State | $8,424 | $8,184 | $7,744 |
| Out of State | $13,368 | $13,128 | $12,688 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 11,009 Undergraduate: 11,009
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 4,653 Female: 6,356
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 4,653 Female: 6,356
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,767 Part-Time: 7,242
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,767 Part-Time: 7,242
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 603 | 5% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2,388 | 22% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 35 | 0.3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,916 | 26% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,299 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,386 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,249 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 743 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 926 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 65 | 0.6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 303 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 30 | 0.3% |
| Age Unknown | 57 | 0.5% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 762 | 375 | 387 |
| Faculty Status | 509 | 130 | 379 |
| Tenured Faculty | 78 | 78 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 509 | 130 | 379 |
| Primarily Instruction | 509 | 130 | 379 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 63 | 63 | - |
| Other Professionals | 65 | 62 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 125 | 120 | 5 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 63 | 58 | 5 |
| Skilled Crafts | 6 | 6 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 25 | 25 | - |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $62,570 (130) | $63,122 (49) | $62,236 (81) |
| Professor | $66,440 (82) | $66,608 (36) | $66,308 (46) |
| Associate Professor | $59,839 (23) | $56,219 (5) | $60,845 (18) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,390 (25) | $51,749 (8) | $52,691 (17) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $62,570 (130) | $63,122 (49) | $62,236 (81) |
| Professor | $66,440 (82) | $66,608 (36) | $66,308 (46) |
| Associate Professor | $59,839 (23) | $56,219 (5) | $60,845 (18) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,390 (25) | $51,749 (8) | $52,691 (17) |
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 94 | 58 | 36 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 94 | 58 | 36 |
| Baseball | 15 | 15 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Golf | 3 | 3 | - |
| Soccer | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $4,150 | $4,150 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 56%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 51%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 13% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 8% |
| Female | 17% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 21% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 14% |
| Asian | 8% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| White | 11% |
| Unknown | 15% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 5 |
| Liquor Related | - | 3 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
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