Bellevue University
About Bellevue University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bellevue University is a private nonprofit university in Bellevue, Nebraska. It primarily serves working adults through flexible online and evening programs in business, IT, behavioral science, and leadership.
Founded
1966
Location
Bellevue, Nebraska
Students
13,850
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33%
Below national average
Tuition
$9,903
Per year
Avg Net Price
$17,550
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$61,289
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
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
33% complete their degree within six years
Retention
57.9%
4-Year Grad
19%
6-Year Grad
23%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
12.1%
$/Student
$2.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 19% 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
$9,903
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,235
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,531
After Financial Aid
$17,550
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,561
Receive Grants
30%
Take Loans
23.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $23,531/yr, including $11,235 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $17,550.
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 University fund their education.
While in School
30%
Get Grants
Free money
23.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$33,599
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 23.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bellevue University.
Gender
53.2%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,220
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,630
Graduates
44.9%
First-Gen
31 yrs
Avg Age
78.1%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 31, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 44.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
10,220
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bellevue University fields 7 varsity teams with 219 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
North Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
219
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
122
Men
97
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 Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$61,289
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$61K
478 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$68K
166 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
$66K
115 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$58K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$37K
103 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$60K
94 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $58K at six years, $56K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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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.