Big Bend Technical College
At a Glance
Big Bend Technical College (BBTC) is a public, district-operated, postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) Technical College. BBTC offers 13 CTE programs that enable students to earn certificates of completion in CTE clock hour programs and applicable industry certifications and/or licenses.
All of BBTC's instructors are certified teachers with business and industry experience who all hold the relevant industry certifications and/or state licenses for their subject matter.
BBTC is accredited by
The Council of Occupational Education (COE)
Atlanta, GA 30350 800-917-2081 / T-770-396-3898 / F-770-396-3790
www.council.org
Financial aid and scholarships are available for students who qualify.
Big Bend Technical College (BBTC) is a Public institution located in the North region of Florida. BBTC has National Accreditation .
The main campus in Perry, FL has a Rural feeling.
Big Bend Technical College offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:
- Certificate
- Career Certificate in Welding Technology
- Career Certificate in Patient Care Technician
- Career Certificate in Practical Nursing
- Career Certificate in Millwright 1
- Career Certificate in Electrical and Instrumentation Technology 1
Student Body (as of Fall 2024)
BBTC enjoys a diverse population of students in all programs and has an Active SkillsUSA Chapter.
| Enrollment Type | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Full Time | 119 |
| Part Time | 83 |
Full-time students outnumber part-time students (1.43:1) at Big Bend Technical College.
| Ethnicity | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1.00 |
| Asian | 0.00 |
| Black/African American | 26.00 |
| Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.00 |
| Hispanic/Latino | 5.00 |
| White/Caucasian | 64.00 |
| Other/Unknown | 4.00 |
The most common ethnicity is White/Caucasian (64%) followed by Black/African American (26%.)
| Gender | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| Female | 41.00 |
| Male | 59.00 |
At 59%, male students outnumber female students by a significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.
Welcome to BBTC where we train the essential workforce! As our motto states we EDUCATE, EMPOWER and EMPLOY!
| Total Students: | 202 |
|---|---|
| Average Student Age: | 23 |
Costs and Financial Aid (as of Fall 2024)
Financial Aid information is available to all prospective and currently enrolled students who qualify and enroll in an approved career and technical education training program.
for Full-Time
per Clock Hour
per Clock Hour
Scholarships
The Financial Aid offered at BBTC consists of the Title IV Federal Pell Grant, Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, BBTC private and community scholarships and assistance for targeted populations. Financial aid infomation can be found online at www.fastweb.com or www.finaid.org.
Students who wish to apply for Financial Aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) worksheet. Students must go online to www.fafsa.ed.gov. (Students are welcome to come in to the Student Services Office and complete the application online).
BBTC offers scholarships to those that qualfy. Students may request a scholarship form in the Student Services Office. All graduating dual enrolled seniors are awarded a $250 scholarship.
Additionally, CareerSource North Forida offers tuition assistance to many BBTC CTE programs. Students should call (850) 973-9675 for information and/or to make an appointment with a CSNF counselor.
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation also offers assitiance in tution to individuals that quilify. Contact Joe Rapisardo at (850)245-3440 for information.
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition | 1555.20 |
| Books and Supplies | 500.00 |
| Housing Costs | 0.00 |
The total estimated full time costs of $2,055.20 consists of $1,555.20 for Tuition, $500.00 for Books and Supplies, and $0.00 for Housing.
Admissions (as of Fall 2024)
Students 16 years or older are eligible to apply for admission to many of BBTC’s programs (some programs require the student to be 18 years old).
Application Fee
Tuition Deposit
Admissions Policy
Students who attended other accredited technical colleges may submit copies of their records at the time of application. Records are reviewed by the Student Serives Director in conjunction with individual instructors to determine if clock hours can be transferred.
Most Career and Technical Education (CTE) Certificate Programs have enrollment (start times) opportunities in August and again in January. The exceptions are Practical Nursing, Professional Nursing (LPN-RN Bridge) and Patient Care Technician which are lockstep programs that have fall enrollment (start times) only. Registration for fall courses opens in April (April – July) and registration for spring courses opens in October (October- December).
Tuition must be paid in full or deferred by the Financial Aid Adminstrator by July 23, 2024.
Fall Term fees and tutition must be paid and/or deferred by the Fiancial Aid Administrator by July 23, 2024.
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Campus Life (as of Fall 2024)
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Returning Students (as of Fall 2024)
Returning students must re-register and pay fees & tuition and/or be deferred by July 23, 2024.