Big Bend Community College s 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837 s 509.793.2222 s 877.745.1212

Facts & Findings
About BBCC

Accreditation BBCC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.  Its transfer credits are normally accepted by other accredited colleges. Mission    The mission of Big Bend Community College is to serve the educational needs of a diverse population throughout its service district. As a comprehensive two-year community college, the institution works with its partners to provide a variety of educational opportunities, including: • courses and training for university and college transfer • occupational and technical programs • basic skills and developmental education • community and continuing education • pre-employment and customized training for local business and industry • support services for students    Population The service area has a population of more than 92,000.  According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the area has experienced a 33% increase in population from 1990 to 2000.  Based on Washington State’s Office of Financial Management intermediate population projections, the service area should experience a 17% population increase from 2000 to 2010.   Service Area BBCC is one of the smallest community colleges in Washington State, yet it serves one of the largest rural districts of 4,600 square miles.  The service district includes all of Grant and Adams Counties and the Odessa School District in Lincoln County.

Complete Facts & Findings Document   Valerie Kirkwood Director of Institutional Research & Planning (509)793-2371 valeriek@bigbend.edu