Tuition & Fees
Paying for College
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BC3 offers a high-quality education at a fraction of the cost of most colleges and universities. Tuition is based on where you live and how you take your classes.
2025 - 2026 Academic Year *
| Residency ** | In-Person Format | Online | Hybrid | ITV Format |
|---|---|---|
| Butler County Resident | $140 tuition + $67 fee = $207/credit | $207 + $25 tech fee = $232/credit |
| Other Pennsylvania Residents | $243 tuition + $67 fee = $310/credit | $310 + $25 tech fee = $335/credit |
| Out-of-State / International | $343 tuition + $67 fee = $410/credit | $410 + $25 tech fee = $435/credit |
* Subject to change. Final rates approved by the Board of Trustees by June 30, 2025.
** Residency is determined at registration by the Dean of Admissions and College Registrar.
Other Fees
- Books & Supplies (est.): $650/semester
- Lab Fees (labs only): $35/course
- Other Services: Fees may apply for testing, transcripts, graduation and noncredit courses.
Notes
- Additional Costs: Students should allow for commuting costs, clothing, food and other personal expenses.
- Program Costs: Some programs (Nursing, Physical Therapy, Medical Assistant, Cosmetology) may include higher expenses.
- Online/Hybrid Courses: Additional costs may apply for course-specific materials, software, web-based services, at-home lab kits, or online access codes. Details are provided at registration or in the syllabus.
- Distance Education Verification: Students in online courses may need to show a BC3 ID or government-issued ID and use webcams, microphones, or proctoring tools. Additional costs may apply. Notifications given on or before the first day of class. See the Distance Education Student Policy.