Student Information at BCC - Student Life - The Academic Center for Excellence

The Academic Center for Excellence

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) provides one-on-one tutoring for students needing extra assistance in enrolled classes. Assistance is also provided for students preparing to enter a chosen curriculum. The mission of the Academic Center is to provide assistance and encouragement to students for their educational advancement.

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) contains self-pace, programmed materials for students who, regardless of their educational level, wish to study independently.

Students are able to work individually to improve basic skills such as math, reading and English grammar. Tutors are available to assist students with their course work. The Academic Center is also able to provide help to students who wish to supplement their classroom work or are studying solely for self improvement. Tutoring is available for those students entering BCC who wish to prepare for or improve their scores on the Compass Tests. Professional personnel are available for testing, counseling and instruction. ACE services are available at no charge.

The Academic Center is located in A building, room 220, next to the Library. ACE hours are 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Friday hours are 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Hours may vary by semester. The Academic Center is closed on all BCC holidays. The Center may also be closed when classes are not in session between Semesters or during Fall and/or Spring Breaks. You may call the ACE to check the schedule.

For further information about the Academic Center, please call 755-7334.

Brunswick Community College is an equal opportunity institution and is committed to full compliance with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination.

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Student Life At BCC

A unique richness of students, faculty, location, activities, and organizations creates a full, lively student life at BCC. This section gives you the insider's view on student life and a sampling of the opportunities here.

Student Services Hours

Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am until 5:00 pm

Summer Administrative Office Hours (May 15 - August 4)

Monday thru Thursday, 7:30 am until 5:30 pm
Friday, 8:00 am until Noon

We welcome you during these hours and look forward to assisting you.

Brunswick County

The county was formed in 1764 from parts of Bladen County and New Hanover County. It was named for the colonial port of Brunswick, NC (now in ruins) which was itself named for Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg ; at the time held by the British kings of the House of Hanover .

According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 2,720 km² (1,050 mi² ). 2,214 km² (855 mi²) of it is land and 506 km² (195 mi²) of it (18.59%) is water.

Brunswick County has an annual average high temperature of 73 degrees and an average low of 51 degrees Fahrenheit, the sub-tropical climate keeps outdoor activities enjoyable year-round.

The county is divided into six townships : Lockwoods Folly, Northwest, Shallotte, Smithville, Town Creek, and Waccamaw.