Welcome to Black Hawk College! Submitting an application for admission is the first step to enrolling at BHC.
If you’re enrolling for the first time or are returning to BHC after an absence longer than two years, then you must submit an application for admission. We recommend applying at least one week prior to taking your placement test or registering for classes.

Already started an application? Click here.
Click here for a printable Application for Admission. The paper application may take longer to process than the online application. Fax, mail or hand deliver your paper application to Enrollment Services at the campus to which you are applying.
We have an “open door” admission policy which gives people who can benefit from our programs and courses access to higher education.
The policy includes the following:
- High school graduates, those with a GED certificates, or those who demonstrate college readiness
- Anyone 18 years of age or older
- Transfer students from other colleges and universities
Students under the age of 18 may qualify for Early Entry or dual enrollment.
What’s next?
Your online application will be processed in approximately two business days, and then you will receive a welcome letter in the mail containing critical identification information. Check out the registration checklist for the other steps to enrollment.
Using the myBlackHawk portal
Once your application is processed, you can access myBlackHawk. Use myBlackHawk to register for classes, pay tuition, view grades, read announcements, and more. If you are a new student, you will need to set up your account. Click here for instructions to set up a myBlackHawk account.
Getting a BHC ID & Money Card
All students taking college-credit classes should have a Black Hawk College ID & Money Card. Click here for instructions on how to get your ID.
Contact Information
If you have questions about the application process or the status of your application, contact Enrollment Services at the campus to which you are applying.