Please complete the Society of Scholars Interest Form and a Society of Scholars representative will contact you.
IGNITE Scholars
The mission of IGNITE Scholars is to help you, a first-time college student, obtain an associate degree in two to three years and direct you to the right classes to transfer to a four-year college or university and possibly earn and AAT/AST degree. This innovative cohort program provides intensive support and early planning to help you succeed in college.
BCC’s Society of Scholars are cohort-based, meaning students take classes with the same group of students and move forward together to reach their educational goals. This enables students to have a support system within their peers, building relationships and connections with one another as they help each other succeed. This peer support is in addition to the support they also receive from BCC’s dedicated instructors and counselors who provide valuable support services such as individual counseling, tutoring, mentoring, and educational planning — all to ensure a successful transfer to jobs and/or a four-year university.
Society of Scholars Benefits
- Free books for core classes
- 2 years of free tuition
- CSU/UC application workshops
- Virtual Study Hall
- Collaborative learning in the classroom; a supportive community of peers, instructors, and counselors
- Access to Society of Scholars counselors
- Creation of a comprehensive student education plan (SEP) for transfer
- Priority registration
- Field trips, Conferences
- Guest speakers, interactive learning environment, and much more
Society of Scholars and Equity Model: Six Student Success Factors
- Directed: students have a goal and know how to achieve it
- Focused: students stay on track—keeping their eyes on the prize
- Nurtured: students feel somebody wants to help them to succeed
- Engaged: students actively participate in class and extracurricular activities
- Connected: students feel like they are part of the college community
- Valued: students’ skills, talents, abilities and experiences are recognized; they have opportunities to contribute on campus and feel their contributions are appreciated.
Society of Scholars Counselors
Interested in learning more?
Please complete the Society of Scholars Interest Form and a Society of Scholars representative will contact you.
Transfer Fair
09/29 at 11:00am - 01:00pm | BCC Main Campus, Atrium
Are you planning to transfer after BCC? Join us for our Transfer Fair to connect directly with university representatives and get your questions answered!
ALPFA Kick Off Event
09/30 at 12:00pm - 01:00pm | BCC Main, Student Lounge (5th Floor)
Learn about the Association of Latin Professionals for America, upcoming professional development opportunities, and how to get involved.
BNC Thrift Pop-Up
09/30 at 12:20pm - 01:20pm | BCC West, Learning Resource Center
Looking for free clothes to wear? 🍂 🎉🎉 Please bring a reusable bag 🛍️ and be ready to shop at the BNC Pop Up! 😝
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Tai Chi for Anxiety and Stress Management
09/30 at 12:30pm - 01:30pm | BCC Main, Atrium
Take a moment for yourself! Come learn, move, breathe, and discover simple tools for managing stress through Tai Chi. Hosted by the Berkeley City College Wellness Center.
CalFresh and Covered California Support
10/01 at 12:00pm - 01:00pm | BCC Main, Atrium
The Basic Needs Center is partnering with Hively to provide students assistance with CalFresh and Covered California applications! Bring the documents on this checklist for CalFresh support.
Tai Chi for Anxiety and Stress Management
10/07 at 12:30pm - 01:30pm | BCC Main, Atrium
Take a moment for yourself! Come learn, move, breathe, and discover simple tools for managing stress through Tai Chi. Hosted by the Berkeley City College Wellness Center.