Butler County Community College
About Butler County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Butler County Community College teaches north of Pittsburgh and sends close to a third of its students on to a four-year college. Nursing and psychology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Butler, Pennsylvania
Students
1,789
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,910
Out-of-state: $12,000
Avg Net Price
$6,233
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,891
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.9%
Transfer Out
30%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.6%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 37.2% graduation rate is below average, but 64.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,910
In-State
$12,000
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,340
After Financial Aid
$6,233
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,083
Receive Grants
29.6%
Take Loans
16.6%
Tuition is $5,910/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,233.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Butler County Community College fund their education.
While in School
29.6%
Get Grants
Free money
16.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,304
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,020
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,020, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Butler County Community College.
Gender
62.2%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,789
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.7%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 42.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,789
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Butler County Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 34 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Volleyball
Student Athletes
34
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
20
Men
14
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Butler County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,891
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$47K
66 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
39 grads
4yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
15 grads
Education, General
$45K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.