Black Hawk College: Programs and Courses for Your Future

Black Hawk College (BHC) offers a wide array of programs and courses designed to cater to diverse educational and career aspirations. Whether you're a recent high school graduate, an adult learner, or a transfer student, BHC provides accessible and affordable pathways to associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates. With programs available at two campuses-the Beloit-Janesville Campus in Rock County and the Monroe Campus in Green County-and online, BHC is committed to serving its community and preparing students for success.

Applying to Black Hawk College

The application process for Black Hawk College is free and entirely online, making it convenient for all prospective students. To complete your application, ensure that your high school or college sends your official transcripts through a verified third-party vendor, such as Parchment, directly to Black Hawk College.

Campus Tours

Visitors and prospective students are encouraged to take a tour of Blackhawk's campus locations. Tours typically last around 35 minutes and are often guided by student ambassadors or members of the Admissions Department. During these tours, you can:

Learn about programs of interest.
Tour the campus facilities.
Discover available resources.
Understand the requirements for Admission, Financial Aid, and Testing.

Campus tours are also available for K-12 partners looking to introduce their students to the opportunities at Blackhawk College.

Talons Exploration Days

If you're unsure about which college program to pursue, consider attending Talons Exploration Days. These events offer insights into high-demand careers and provide a preview of the college experience. It's a great opportunity to explore your future at Blackhawk, learn about programs and resources, and meet with faculty and staff.

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Academic Programs and Departments

Black Hawk College offers a diverse range of academic programs across various departments, each staffed with highly experienced faculty specialized in their respective fields. As a BHC student, you'll benefit from small classes taught by professors and instructors dedicated to guiding you through your academic journey.

Agriculture Department

To keep pace with the evolving agriculture industry, the Agriculture Department offers advanced training in both career and transfer programs. This ensures students are well-prepared for the demands of modern agriculture.

Art, Design, and Performing Arts Department

Located at the Quad-Cities Campus, the Art, Design, and Performing Arts department provides programs for students aiming to pursue careers or further education in art or music.

Education, Sociology, and Psychology Department

The Education, Sociology, and Psychology department offers a variety of courses designed to satisfy the first two years of study at many four-year institutions. This makes it an excellent starting point for students planning to transfer.

English, Reading & Communication Department

Similar to the Education, Sociology, and Psychology department, the English, Reading & Communication department offers courses that fulfill the first two years of study at many four-year colleges and universities.

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Health Sciences Department

The Health Sciences department offers a variety of health career programs, along with career and transfer options, catering to students interested in the healthcare field. Black Hawk College offers three career-focused nursing programs. Our nursing department is in the Health Sciences Center.

Mathematics Department

Students taking courses in the Mathematics department can pursue careers in various fields, including data statistics and analytics, engineering, nursing, actuary sciences, or teaching at different levels.

Natural Sciences and Engineering Department

The Natural Sciences and Engineering department offers a variety of science courses that will satisfy the first two years of study at many four-year institutions.

Social Sciences Department

The Social Sciences department offers anthropology, economics history and political science courses that will satisfy the first two years of study at many four-year institutions.

Course Information

Courses listed in the college catalog are those Black Hawk College plans to offer. However, the inclusion of a course description does not obligate the College to offer the course in any particular semester. Courses numbered below 100 are considered remedial, while those numbered 100 or above are college level. Courses which include “C” as part of the number (example: MATH 108C) indicate courses in which the student must enroll in a corequisite support courses to be eligible for the college level class. Lecture hours per week refer to the normal number of 50-minute class meetings or equivalent for which the class meets each week during the semester. Some courses have Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) codes included, where applicable, to indicate specific content areas for transferability. 1. 2-Career and Technical Education (CTE) course not intended for transfer.

Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE)

Black Hawk College is proud of the outstanding learning and enrichment program opportunities that are offered by the Professional and Continuing Education Department. PaCE instructors are a diverse group of professionals who work hard to develop and provide a wide variety of broad-based and interesting programs for our community. PaCE Jan. CommUniversity offers classes in diverse areas such arts/humanities, personal enrichment, regional studies, and theology/spirituality. Since 1979, thousands of students have participated in this annual community program.

Resources for Student Success

There are numerous resources on campus to help you succeed academically. Find support in places that are more than just “academic” resources. Whether currently enrolled or thinking about attending, you can count on BHC educational advisors year-round.

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