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The BCTA Student Pass allows those ages 6-21 to enjoy the benefits of public transit at a reduced cost all year. This program is formerly known as the Summer Youth Pass. Fare CostsJune 1 - August 31 : FREESeptember 1 - May 31: $1.00 / ride How to Apply Applications can be submitted online by clicking the button below or in person at the Rochester Transportation Center. Additionally, online applicants have the option to submit proof of age online or present it in person. Proof of age is required to process any application. Eligible forms of proof include:
For applicants younger than 18, parent or guardian signature is required to complete an application.
Eligibility Process To begin the eligibility process, the rider should fill out a Reduced Transit Fare application at the Rochester Transportation Center or download the application from the link at the bottom of this section. Disabled individuals who can ride transit independently at half-fare will receive a Reduced Transit Fare Identification Card. To receive this card, the individual’s disability must be certified by a doctor or by an administrator of an authorized social service agency (unless the individual has a Red White and Blue Medicare Card). The certifying doctor should be the disabled individuals personal or family physician. Social service agencies which may be authorized to certify applicants under this program are:
According to PENNDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Transit Administration, the following exceptions apply:
Photo ID Transition Effective 7.14.2025
Should you lose your pass, please contact the Rochester Customer Service Desk at 724-728-8600. We will be able to tell you if your pass was found on a vehicle or on BCTA property. If the pass has not been turned in to Lost & Found, we will provide a duplicate Senior Transit ID. Photo ID is required for any replacement to be issued. Senior riders that do not present their Senior Transit Identification Card or a government issued proof of age document upon boarding the vehicle may be required to pay the full fare.
Overview
The Beaver County Transit Authority is announcing the transition to photo identification for the Reduced Fare and Senior Programs. This transition will occur beginning on July 1, 2025. Current paper Senior Citizen Transit IDS and Reduced Transit Fare IDs will no longer be accepted after May 1, 2026. To receive the new card, riders must bring their photo ID. The new pass will be printed free of charge. However, any replacement card will require a fee of $5 per pass. If the pass has not been turned in to Lost & Found, we will provide a duplicate Senior Transit ID. Photo ID is required for any replacement to be issued. Senior riders that do not present their Senior Transit Identification Card or a government issued proof of age document upon boarding the vehicle may be required to pay the full fare.
What Do You Need to Transition?
To receive your new photo ID, you must provide identification that matches the name of your original application. Passengers are also encouraged to return their old paper card when they receive the new card.
How Do I Register?
To register, a customer must present proof of age and fill out a brief application at the Rochester Transportation Center. A Customer Service Specialist will assist these riders with the application should they need it.
How Do I Use the Pass?
Once eligibility is established, the customer receives a Free Senior Transit Identification card. Each time the senior citizen wishes to ride with BCTA, they must display their free Senior Identification ID Card to the driver upon boarding the bus. Additionally, this card can be used to receive reduced fare transportation on BCTA’s Shared (DART) system and is valid on all transit systems in Pennsylvania. The Free Senior Citizen Transit Card is honored by all Pennsylvania transit providers and can be used while traveling in Pittsburgh or anywhere in Pennsylvania. Restrictions apply for private transportation options such as Greyhound, Amtrak, etc.
What if I Don't Get the Pass?
In lieu of a free senior transit identification card, BCTA also accepts a government issued proof of age documents showing date of birth (driver license, identification card, or passport) to establish eligibility for free travel,. These documents must be presented to the driver as you board. However, we do highly recommend registering for the Senior Card as it requires additional time from the driver to review these documents when the rider is boarding. Additionally, these documents may not apply outside of Beaver County, so please check with the transit systems you plan to ride with before embarking on your trip.
What if I Don't Show the Pass While Boarding?
Senior riders that do not present their Senior Transit Identification Card or a government issued proof of age document upon boarding the vehicle may be required to pay the full fare.
What if I Lose My Pass?
Child Fare Terms
We encourage the use of transit by families with younger children. Up to 2 children ages 5 and under who are riding with a fare-paying passenger ride free. (Examples of fare-paying passengers: passengers who pay their fares with 7-day pass, single value ticket, or cash. This includes reduced fare card holders.) Up to 2 children ages 5 and under who are riding with a non-fare-paying passenger ride at half fare. (Examples of non-fare-paying passengers: passengers who ride free via a senior card or other free passes). Children ages 6 to 11 who are riding with a fare-paying passenger or with a non-fare riding passenger ride at half of the normal fare, rounded to the lower nickel. In other words, an in-country trip that would normally cost $2.00 costs only $1.00!. (Examples of fare-paying passengers: passengers who pay their fare with 7-day pass, single value ticket, or cash, this includes reduced fare cardholders. Examples of non-fare-paying passengers: passengers who ride free via a senior card or other free passes.) This offer is in effect all day, every day, and no application process is necessary to receive the discount. However, you must notify the driver as you board the vehicle.
