Black College Institute
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Interested in Black College Institute?
Here's what you need to know
When is Black College Institute?
Save the dates for BCI 2025. There will be more information to come.
- Session 1 for Seniors: June 16 - 19
- Session 2 for Seniors: June 23 - 26
- Session for Juniors: June 30 - July 03
Benefits of attending BCI
- Student engagement with various academic disciplines through hands-on learning and workshops within the context of the African-American cultural experience.
- College life experience of residential living, campus dining, collaborative projects in university classrooms and engagement with Virginia Tech’s faculty, staff, and students.
- Daily workshops on (1) navigating and completing the college application process and (2) applying for scholarships and financial aid.
- Students embrace Virginia Tech’s motto of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) by completing a service learning project with university and local partnerships.
- Explore Virginia Tech’s departments and organizations to build lasting connections and learn about local resources available to them.
- Engage in fun virtual team building and activities.
- All programs are FREE of cost to students!
Participating VT Colleges and Departments
Questions and more
Black College Institute is co-sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Office for Inclusion and Diversity. For inquiries or for more information, contact us at bci@duojiwuye.com.
View a selection of photos from past BCI programs. BCI 2025 photos will be added at the conclusion of the program.