Berkeley City College, California

Study at Berkeley City College

Berkeley City College, also known as BCC, was established in the year 1974. Earlier known as Vista Community College, BCC is a community college located in Berkeley, California, United States. The college is part of the Peralta Community College District and offers several associate degrees and certificate programs in the areas of liberal arts. It also offers transfer programs to four-year degree courses. The college records an enrollment of more than 5,000 part-time and full-time students every year.

BCC has an active student life with a large number of clubs and organizations on campus. These include Phi Theta Kappa, Business Club, Global Studies Club, Black Student Union, Tiger Soccer Club, Asian American Club, Leadership Circle Club, The Artist Guild Club, and BCC Film Club.

Profile of Berkeley City College

Students attend Berkeley City College in Berkeley, CA, a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. Berkeley City College degrees go up to the Associate's degree.

Course Topics

The school is known for its programs in media, hospitality, and liberal arts.

Berkeley City College Selectivity

Applicants to Berkeley City College appreciate its open admissions policy.

Faculty

The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Berkeley City College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.

Student Enrollment

There are 5,287 students at the school . A large number of students at Berkeley City College are 40 years old or older.

Berkeley City College Tuition and Affordability

The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to promote student success to provide our diverse community with educational opportunities, and to transform lives."

Berkeley City College Programs and Degrees

General Category	Degrees	Most Common Majors
Liberal Arts	105	liberal arts and sciences, American Sign Language, English, area studies, Spanish language, creative writing, women's studies, international relations
Hospitality	16	travel services
Business and Management	9	accounting, business management, international business, business
Media	8	digital communications, animation and special effects
Family and Social Work	7	human services, adult development and aging
Science and Laboratory Technician	3	biology tech
Computer Science and Engineering	2	information technology, web design, computer programming, computer networking
Medical Adminstration	2	medical secretary
office and Administration	1	administrative assistant
Art Studies	0	art studies
Photography and Commercial Art	0	drawing

Contact: Berkeley City College

Berkeley City College
2050 Center St
Berkeley, CA 94704
General Phone: (510) 981-2800
http://vistawww.peralta.edu