Who is JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø for?
JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø is for students who are interested in earning a four-year degree at St. Bonaventure but who wish to begin their college studies at JCC. Students begin their enrollment at JCC and, after two years, transfer to St. Bonaventure University to complete their degree.
Where can I live?
A predefined number of students enrolling in JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø may reside on St. Bonaventure’s campus, at JCC’s main campus in Jamestown, or, in the case of local students, potentially live at home. Please be aware that your major may influence your residential options as some academic programs are not available at both JCC campuses in Olean and Jamestown. Available residential space on campus will determine the number of spaces open to JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø students.
What courses will transfer?
The JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø program is designed to provide academic advising for your time at JCC and St. Bonaventure simultaneously. Because of this, we will recommend courses that will transfer. For students who complete the associate’s degree (AA or AS) at JCC, 60 credit hours are guaranteed to transfer into ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø. Students must remain in good academic standing at JCC and have above a 2.25 cumulative GPA to transfer to St. Bonaventure. Please note: GPA requirements are higher for ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø’s teacher certification programs.
If I receive college credit in high school, will it transfer into this program?
Absolutely. Please click here for more information. You will need to work with academic advisors at both institutions to use most efficiently the credits you’ve earned.
Am I a St. Bonaventure student or a JCC student?
JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø students are officially enrolled at JCC, but you will be encouraged to meet with academic advisors at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø.
What happens if I get sick on campus?
Health services for JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø students residing at St. Bonaventure will be provided on an emergency basis only. Standard care will be provided through JCC.
How does my meal plan work if I live at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø?
JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø students must purchase a meal plan* each semester they reside at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø from these options:
- an unlimited meal plan with $300 flex dollars at a rate of $3,099 per semester;
- an unlimited meal plan with $150 flex dollars at a rate of $2,949 per semester;
- an unlimited meal plan with $75 flex dollars per semester at a rate of $2,874 per semester;
- a block of 100 meals with $100 flex dollars at a rate of $755 per semester;
- a block of 150 meals with $100 flex dollars at a rate of $1,012 per semester.
*Rates are for the 2018-19 academic year.
Can I play a sport at St. Bonaventure while I start at JCC?
Unfortunately not. Due to NCAA and NJCAA regulations, you are only eligible to play at the campus you are enrolled. For example, if you want to play a collegiate sport at JCC, you would need to either commute from home or live on JCC’s campus.
Can I have a car on campus?
Yes, you can have a car on both campuses. Students must register their vehicle at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø and pay a student parking fee to obtain a parking permit. No fee is charged for use of JCC’s parking lots.
Do I need a car to get between campuses?
No transportation will be provided between ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø and JCC’s Jamestown and Cattaraugus County campuses. Students residing within the Olean area (not on ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø’s campus) need to arrange their own transportation to campus. If a student is living at JCC’s Jamestown campus, transportation is not provided to ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø. Transportation may be arranged for larger special events.
How many credits do I need to take at JCC each semester?
The JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø program is designed to have students complete at least 12 credits a semester at JCC.
Will I get a St. Bonaventure ID card?
While enrolled full-time at JCC you may enroll, tuition-free, for a course at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø. At that time, you will be issued an ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø ID. Until then, an ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø ID won’t be necessary.
How does my financial aid work as an incoming JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø student?
FAFSA application – list JCC’s six-digit federal school code (002869) within the FAFSA.TAP application – list JCC’s four-digit TAP school code (2085) within the TAP application.
How does the NYS Excelsior Scholarship program work with JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø?
During your time at JCC, the Excelsior Scholarship will be applied to your account. When you begin your enrollment at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø, you will be awarded a 50% tuition discount.
Where do I go with questions about JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø?
Questions about JCC+ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø can be directed to the admissions office at either campus.
ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø: Andrew Wyatt: email Andrew or call him at 716-375-2432
JCC: Email JCC Admissions Office or call 800.388.8557, ext. 1001