Bucks County Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Newtown, PA. Operating on a semester system.

Newtown, PA
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Student guide · Fall 2026 August Modular

The semester, explained for Bucks County Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 August Modular
Campus terms
8
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 August Modular runs Aug 26, 2026 – Oct 14, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

14 entries
  1. Summer Session 2026
  2. Summer 2026 June Modular
  3. Summer 2026 July Modular
  4. Fall 2026 August ModularRelevant now
  5. Fall 2026 Full-Term
  6. Fall 2026 September ModularFall 2026 September Modular Classes
  7. Fall 2026 October ModularFall 2026 October Modular Classes
  8. Winter Session 2026-2027
  9. Spring 2027 January Modular
  10. Spring 2027 Full-Term
  11. Spring 2027 February Modular
  12. Spring 2027 March Modular

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Campus language

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8 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group responsible for organizing campus events.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

R

Rollins
The Rollins Center, which serves as the primary hub for dining and student activities.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
Starbucks
The licensed Starbucks location situated inside the Rollins Center.
STEM Club
The student organization focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities.

T

The Caf
The main cafeteria located within the Rollins Center.
The Centurion
The official name of the student-run newspaper and the college's athletic mascot.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Bucks ID
The official student identification card required for library access and campus services.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for all online and hybrid course materials.
Founders
Founders Hall, a primary academic building housing classrooms and faculty offices.
Grupp
Grupp Hall, an academic building primarily used for humanities and social science courses.
Hicks
Hicks Art Center, the hub for fine arts, gallery exhibitions, and art classrooms.
Linksz
The Linksz Pavilion, a modern facility housing the library, tutoring, and student services.
newtown_campus_cafeteria
Newtown Campus Cafeteria
Pemberton
Pemberton Hall, which houses various administrative and academic departments.
SEPTA 130
The specific bus route that provides public transit access to the Newtown campus.
Testing Center
The facility in Rollins Center where students take proctored exams and placement tests.
Tyler
Tyler Hall, the historic mansion on the Newtown campus used for administrative offices and events.
upper_bucks_campus_caf
Upper Bucks Campus Café
Workday
The student information system used for registration, tuition payments, and viewing grades.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 August Modular runs Aug 26, 2026 – Oct 14, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
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Bucks E.A.S.T. (Epstein Activities Social Team)

The student programming and leadership group for the Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks.

Open to all

Source: bucks.edu · Verified 27 days ago

Student Government Association (SGA)

The official governing body representing students' interests to the college administration, Board of Trustees, and faculty. Manages student activity fees and oversees student clubs.

Regular commitment

Source: bucks.edu · Verified 27 days ago

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Student Programming Board (SPB)

The student programming group for the main Newtown campus, responsible for planning events and activities for students.

Open to all

Source: bucks.edu · Verified 27 days ago

Equestrian (Hunt Seat)

Co-ed club equestrian team competing in the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA).

Open to all

Source: bucks.edu · Verified 27 days ago

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Student Involvement Fair

An annual fair held during Welcome Week where students can learn about and join the various clubs and organizations on campus.

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Campus rituals

New Student Convocation

A formal ceremony to officially welcome the incoming class of students to the academic community at Bucks.

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New Student Orientation

An event designed to introduce new students and their families to college life, academic programs, and campus resources.

Regular commitment

Source: bucks.edu · Verified 27 days ago

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Resources & spaces

Accessibility Office

Provides accommodations and support services for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to education.

Counseling Services

Offers free, confidential personal counseling to assist students with decision making, goal setting, and problem-solving.

Open to all

Source: bucks.edu · Verified 27 days ago

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Life in Newtown for Bucks County Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Newtown.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,887

Cost of Living Index

125

Student Population

2,000

City Transportation

Walkability

75

Bikeability

60

Public Transit

Regional bus service to surrounding Bucks County communities, Access to SEPTA regional rail via nearby stations in Yardley and Langhorne

Nearest Airports

Philadelphia International Airport (regional), Trenton-Mercer Airport (regional)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

52°F

Avg Snowfall

25 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lots S1, S2, S3, S4

surface_lot

Designated for student parking.

Lot E2

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Designated for employee parking.

Visitor Lot V1

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Prohibited for students and employees at all times.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Bucks County Community College

Fall Semester Classes Begin

August 26, 2026

All Campuses

The official start of the Fall 2026 full-term semester.

Student Government Association Campaign Week

August 26, 2026

Newtown Campus

Campaign week for Student Government positions including President and Vice President.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@buckscountycommunity.edu

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