New Student Checklist

• Log in to your BHCC Admissions Dashboard to view your Acceptance Letter 
• Your acceptance letter will include your student ID number, username and password to access BHCC email and your myBHCC (SelfService) account.
• Submit proof of high school completion by mail, in person or by email to admissions@bhcc.edu 
  • The following documents may be used to satisfy this requirement: 
  • Final high school transcript with date of graduation 
  • Copy of a high school diploma may be submitted in person with a photo ID
  • Official GED/HiSet certificate or copy submitted in person with a photo ID
  • Official transcript from an accredited college or university indicating completion of an associate degree or bachelor’s degree OR at least 30 earned college level credits.
  • All above stated documents should be submitted in one of the following ways: 
    • Directly from the high school in a sealed envelope OR Electronically through Parchment or a comparable electronic transcript software
    • Official college transcripts should be submitted following the BHCC transcript policy here: https://www.bhcc.edu/transfertobhcc/
    • Via email to admissions@bhcc.edu when sent directly from a school official with a school email address
• Home-schooled students should consult the Home School Policy and must submit proof of an approved homeschool plan from their district. 

• Log into your BHCC Email.  BHCC email is the official method of communication for the college. Information about your courses and financial aid will be sent to your college email only. 
• Log into your myBHCC (SelfService) Account. This gives you access to:
  • Plan and register for classes and live Chat with Academic Advisors. 
  • View class schedule & program requirements, unofficial copy of your transcript, and Financial Aid award

• Apply for Financial Aid: Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. BHCC’s school code is 011210. 
• Pay for classes or set up a payment plan by the due date. Some students will have a bill even with financial aid.  
• Waive Your Health Insurance. Health insurance is required for students registered in nine or more credits.  You will be charged unless you show you have comparable health insurance.  Complete the online waiver at gallagherstudent.com/students.

• To view all placement options, register to take a math placement test and complete your English placement, visit the Assessment and Testing Center. 
• Submit official college transcript(s) from courses taken at regionally accredited colleges and universities in the United States or from countries outside of the United States. Visit Transferring Credits into BHCC webpage for more information.
• This requirement must be completed before you can register for classes.

New students pursuing a degree at Bunker Hill Community College must complete the New Student Orientation Program. The orientation program at BHCC requires attendance at three events:

1. Attend a Start Now Event- Complete your financial aid process, meet with an advisor and register for classes.
2. Attend a Campus Connect Session- Learn how to access campus services and resources, as well as, strategies for being a successful student at BHCC.
3. Attend the Student Convocation- Convocation is an event that
   celebrates the start of the new semester. It is your official welcome to Bunker Hill Community College. Bring your friends and family members, meet your professors, learn about student clubs and organizations, enjoy music, food and meet your fellow classmates.

Visit the Orientation webpage to register to attend these events.

If you are a new International F1 Visa student or a student admitted to a Selective Program, please check your acceptance letter for your orientation and course registration information.  For a full list of selective programs, please visit the selective programs page.

• Submit Immunization forms (if required).

• Purchase your books and other supplies for your classes online