by our College Data Analytics TeamIs BC3 worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
BC3 is ranked #434 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #7 of 168 for value.
Read the full BC3 value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Butler County Community College is ranked #127 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #7 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the BC3 financial aid page to be sure.
Butler County Community College is ranked #434 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Butler County Community College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at BC3 costs about $8,651. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $34,602 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $12,432 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $6,233 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,651 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $34,602 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about BC3 net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a BC3 degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $49,728 | — | — |
| All Students | $34,602 | #434 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $24,932 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $49,728 | — | — |
| All Students | $34,602 | #7 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $24,932 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at BC3 shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $2,746 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,893 |
| $48K–$75K | $6,555 |
| $75K–$110K | $10,146 |
| Over $110K | $10,967 |
About 61% of BC3 undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $4,283 per year. Get more details on the BC3 financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average BC3 cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.