Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Cooper Drive
Lexington, Kentucky 40506
USA
Telephone: 859.246.6200
Fax: 859.246.4676
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About Bluegrass Community & Technical College

International students are welcomed at Bluegrass Community & Technical College (BCTC). BCTC provides educational opportunities to more than 12,000 students in various academic, technical, and personal enrichment courses. International students from 33 countries attend BCTC. Our large selection of academic programs, quality instruction, and low tuition rates offer international students superior academic opportunities and a unique cultural experience in a friendly atmosphere.

BCTC is a comprehensive community college where students can earn the two year Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S), and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees, and numerous technical degrees. The credits earned in these two-year degrees or the pre-baccalaureate program can be used to transfer to four-year universities to continue studies for the bachelor's degree.

BCTC is located on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, Kentucky. There are 5 other campuses in the region. There are 15 colleges and universities in the region. Lexington ranks sixth nationally in the education level of its citizens. The population is 260,500.

It is an area of a gently rolling plateau and is called the Bluegrass Region, a name given in the early discovery days because of the natural blue tint on the grass. It is known as the horse capital of the world because of its thoroughbred horse industry. The mean average temperature in Lexington is 54.9 degrees Fahrenheit. Annual precipitation is 45.68 inches. Kentucky has four distinct seasons that include cool plateau breezes, moderate nights in the summer, and no prolonged periods of heat, cold, rain, wind, or snow.

Academic Programs

BCTC has over 35 academic and technical program areas. We can provide a complete list upon request.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs

The ESL program is for students who need to improve their English skills before continuing in the academic field. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced level classes are offered in reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking. However, a 500 TOEFL score is required for admission.

Transfer Opportunities

BCTC students can transfer to nearly any four-year institution anywhere. Kentucky Post Secondary Education Council policy states that graduates of Kentucky community colleges will be accepted at any university in the state of Kentucky system. BCTC is on the campus of the University of Kentucky where the majority of students transfer.

International Student Services

International Student Office
Testing and advising
New students college orientation program
Student activities
Personal counseling
Free tutoring
Health insurance program
Remedial English
Career counseling
Computer labs and assistance
Career development
International Student Association
- Annual Spring Break Retreat
- Monthly activities and trips
- International Week Program
- Fall Fest and Spring Fling Participation

Admission

BCTC welcomes your application for admission. The Admissions Department and the International Student Office will be happy to assist you with your application. Applications may be downloaded or submitted online. Due to the delays and required preparation time to schedule visa appointments, BCTC admissions deadlines are important considerations. Please note international applications deadlines:

Spring - September 1
Summer I - April 1
Summer II - May 13
Fall - May 1

Every international student applicant must submit the following information before the international student deadline:

Completed BCTC Application
A current financial/bank statement in English showing adequate funds for the school year of studies
An official document in English verifying completion of secondary education
An official score of at least 500 (or 173 computer-based) from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or have received grades of A or B in ENG 101 and 102 (or equivalents) at an accredited American college or a college in another country where English is the native language The TOEFL score may not be more than 18 months old at the time of initial enrollment 18 months old at the time of initial enrollment.

If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to request information, please contact us!

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