Introduction
President's Welcome
I am pleased that you have picked up our catalog, because we want to help you with your goals. BMCC has something for everyone, whether you want to improve your English language skills, earn a GED, or begin taking courses for college credit. If you have an interest in a particular area of work, ask to talk to an advisor to see what we can do for you.
Paying for college should not keep you from getting started. If you need to take out a government-backed student loan, our financial aid department will help you with every step. Students may also apply for scholarships through our Foundation.
If it has been awhile since you were a student and your academic skills are not as sharp as you would like them to be, don’t worry. We have a Student Learning Center in Pendleton, and there are tutors at our branches who will help you. We have classes that can help you brush up your skills in math, writing, and other areas. If you don’t know exactly what classes to take or which direction to turn, we have advisors at every one of our locations who are waiting to talk to you.
If you are an employer who needs us to provide some specific workforce training for your employees, we can do that. We also have a Small Business Development Center that helps to make small businesses successful.
Our goal is to help our students succeed. Let us know how we can help you!
John H. Turner , President
Phone: 541-278-5951
Email: jturner@bluecc.edu
Our Vision and Mission
Vision Statement
Blue Mountain Community College will be the leading educational and training institution in eastern Oregon.
Mission Statement
Blue Mountain Community College will realize its vision by providing high-quality programs for college preparation, college transfer, professional/technical training, workforce development, and self-improvement that will strengthen the economy and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.
BMCC provides dynamic and innovative programs and delivery methods in response to the changing needs of our customers: the students, businesses, industries and communities of eastern Oregon.
Strategic Plan and Goals
The Blue Mountain Community Board of Education reviews the 2004-2014 strategic plan on an annual basis and will accomplish the goals listed below.
BMCC will focus on student success in a premiere learning environment and:
- Enhance student support
- Develop a more relevant and comprehensive curriculum
- Facilitate access to college programs and activities
- Develop employees to their highest potential
- Strengthen the institution through assessment and planning
- Increase resources for financial growth and stability
- Grow community partnerships
- Integrate and expand marketing and recruiting.
Getting Started
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Apply for admission – online or in person. Online you will click on STUDENT WOLFWEB and follow the instructions or you can pick up a paper admissions form at any BMCC Service Center. Transfer Students. If you have attended college prior to coming to BMCC and would like those credits to be considered toward your BMCC degree, you will need to request an official transcript be sent to BMCC. You also need to fill out a “Transcript Evaluation Request” form. You can find it on the BMCC Website under student forms. Turn in the completed form at the Service Center. Apply for financial assistance. The easiest way to get the most complete information concerning financial assistance is to go to the BMCC Website. For more information, call 541-278-5759, e-mail finaid@bluecc.edu , or stop by the Service Center. Take the Placement Assessment. As a new student at BMCC, you may need to complete placement assessments in math, writing, reading and computer literacy at all BMCC locations. If you have already done this, or completed coursework at another college, contact the BMCC Advising and Testing Center at 541-278-5931 for further information. The fee is $10. Meet with an advisor. As a new student you must work with an advisor before registering. Please contact the Advising and Testing Center at 541-278-5931 to make an appointment. Register for classes. Once you have met with your advisor, go to www.bluecc.edu, click on STUDENT WOLFWEB and login to your personal account. Once there, click on Register for Classes. Register for HD109 Academic Planning. All new students are required to attend this course where you will get to know the tools available at BMCC and improve your chances for success in college. Pay for classes. You can pay your bill at any BMCC location or online by going to your personal account on the STUDENT WOLFWEB and paying with a credit or debit card. See our Website for payment methods and deadlines. Purchase textbooks. You can purchase your textbooks at the BMCC Bookstore in Pendleton, online at our Website, or at the BMCC location where the course is offered. If you have any questions, please call the bookstore at 541-278-5733. |
| At Blue Mountain Community College we have an open-door admissions policy, which allows students to be admitted to BMCC as long as they can benefit from our instruction. |
Degrees and Programs Offered
Blue Mountain Community College provides educational opportunities through the following programs:
Lower-Division Collegiate Transfer Programs
Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (A.A.O.T.) Degree
Associates of Science (A.S.) Degree
Associate of General Studies (A.G.S.) Degree
Career and Technical Programs A.A.S./Certificates & Career Pathways Certificates of Completion (CPCC)
These programs provide students with training to qualify them for work in specific fields. One-year certificates and/or two-year associate of applied science degrees are offered in the following areas:
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Accounting |
English Language Development |
College Preparatory Programs
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Adult Basic Education (ABE) |
English as a Second Language (ESL) |
Business and Industry Programs
These programs, including the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), provide business and industry training customized to meet the needs of students and the specific needs of local businesses, organizations, and government agencies.
Inter-College Partnerships
CUESTE: Teacher Education Program with Eastern Oregon University
Eastern Oregon Collaborative Colleges Council with Treasure Valley Community College and Eastern Oregon University
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program with Wenatchee Valley Community College
Diagnostic Imaging Technology with Linn-Benton Community College
Oregon State University Dual Admission
Pharmacy Technician Program with Central Oregon Community College
Occupational Therapy with Linn-Benton Community College
Accreditation Statements
BMCC is a public, two-year, coeducational college accredited through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, 8060 165th Avenue N.E., Suite 100, Redmond, WA 98052, phone: 425-558-4224.
Programs at the college are approved by the Oregon Department of Education, to offer education and training under the various public laws pertaining to financial assistance to veterans.
The nursing program is accredited by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
The dental assisting technician program is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
The emergency medical technician classes are accredited by the Oregon Department of Education.