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Big Bend Community College, also referred to as BBCC, is located in Moses Lake, Washington, United States. It was founded in 1961, and the first regular classes were held in 1962 in Moses Lake High School. The college moved to its present location in 1966. The college is beautifully nestled in an area of more than 155 acres. BCC is divided into numerous academic units and offers an array of degrees and certificate programs.
BBCC has many student clubs and organizations including the American Welding Society, Soccer Club, Student Nursing Organization, Latter Day Saints Club, Native American Club, Aviation Club, Computer Science Club, and Phi Theta Kappa.
BBCC is a member of the Northwest Athletic Association of Community College (NWAACC). Their sports teams are known as the Vikings. The teams compete in various sports such as baseball, softball, volleyball, and basketball.
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Campus Location7662 Chanute St
Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299
USA
Main Tel: (509) 793-2222
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Big Bend Community College HighlightsWhere Big Bend Community College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High faculty salary.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
- Athlete financial aid
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 339 | 15 | | < 1 year certificate | 164 | 11 | | 1-2 year certificate | 41 | 7 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Big Bend Community College was 1,893 in 2007 (1,434 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,766 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,162 | | Room and board | $ 5,190 | | Books and supplies | $ 900 | | Other | $ 3,312 |
Financial Aid: Big Bend Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 44 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 9 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 2 |
Housing and MealsBig Bend Community College provides on-campus housing for 150 of its 1,434 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (1 awarded) - Agricultural Production Operations
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (12 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (9 awarded) - Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification
- Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (24 awarded) EDUCATION AND TEACHING (4 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (2 awarded) - Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS (258 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (35 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (11 awarded) - Medical Office Management/Administration
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (96 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (31 awarded) - General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
- Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES (11 awarded) - Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE (4 awarded) TRANSPORTATION (46 awarded) - Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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