BCC Mission Statement

Berkshire Community College (BCC) strives to place higher education within reach of all residents of Berkshire County and beyond. BCC is committed to access, academic excellence, student success, and leadership in the community.

• BCC helps students overcome financial, physical or social barriers, and welcomes them into a college environment of academic excellence.
• BCC provides quality programs that prepare students to enter or progress within the workforce and/or for transfer, while fostering a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
• BCC provides the resources and services students need to meet our academic standards and to achieve their personal and professional goals.
• BCC provides leadership by furthering the engagement of our students in the community, by working collaboratively with civic leaders, organizations and employers, and by serving as a center for diverse educational and cultural activities.