Bellevue College
About Bellevue College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bellevue College sits across Lake Washington from Seattle, in the same suburbs as Microsoft and Amazon, and its teaching leans that way: software, data processing and computer science are its largest programs. It is open admission and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1966
Location
Bellevue, Washington
Students
7,364
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
35.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,436
Out-of-state: $10,502
Avg Net Price
$11,430
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$56,310
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
35.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
35.8%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
28.9%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 35.8% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,436
In-State
$10,502
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,310
Books & Supplies
$528
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,309
After Financial Aid
$11,430
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,500
Receive Grants
9.9%
Take Loans
2.9%
The full cost of attendance is about $20,309/yr for in-state students, including $17,310 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $11,430. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $10,502.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Bellevue College fund their education.
While in School
9.9%
Get Grants
Free money
2.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,941
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,375
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$131/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,375, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bellevue College.
Gender
56.9%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,364
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
27.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 41.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 10.6% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
7,364
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bellevue College fields 7 varsity teams with 170 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NWAC
Northwest Athletic Conference
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
170
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
90
Men
80
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Bellevue Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,310
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Computer Software and Media Applications
—
65 grads
Data Processing
$82K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$73K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$72K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
—
30 grads
Design and Applied Arts
$46K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $47K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.