Bellevue College

3000 Landerholm Cir SE
Bellevue, WA 98007
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Bellevue Community College is a comprehensive and innovative college that advances the life-long educational development of its students consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities while strengthening the economic, social, and cultural life of its diverse community. The college accomplishes this purpose by providing high-quality, flexible educational programs and services that are academically, geographically, and financially accessible. Committed to teaching and learning excellence and employee growth and development, the college nurtures a supportive environment throughout its programs and services.

School Highlights

Bellevue College serves 11,546 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American), which is equal to the state average of 90%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 11,546 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,754
  • Out-state tuition: $8,944
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 90%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Bellevue College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 853 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Bellevue College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
853 staff
353 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Bellevue College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Bellevue College diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,546 students
3,720 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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# Full-Time Students
6,038 students
1,814 students
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# Part-Time Students
5,508 students
1,906 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Bellevue College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Washington.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
103 students
384 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6,038 students
1,814 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,508 students
1,906 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
400 students
140 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
19%
8%
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% Asian
4%
5%
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% Hispanic
n/a
1%
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% Black
10%
15%
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% White
10%
10%
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% Hawaiian
41%
46%
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% Two or more races
10%
11%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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% Unknown races
6%
4%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Washington.
Diversity Score
0.76
0.73
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2007)
24%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3341%
0.3575%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$47,000
$36,400
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Bellevue College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Washington by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,754 is less than the state average of $4,105. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,944 is more than the state average of $7,359. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,754
$4,105
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,944
$7,359
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
37%
58%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,500
$11,794
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,292
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Bellevue Community College officially opened its doors on January 3, 1966, fulfilling the community's dream of a local, accessible institution of higher education. Lacking facilities of its own, the college held classes in the evening at Newport Senior High School. In the decades since, the college has grown to become the third largest institution of higher learning in the state, and has emerged as an educational leader, known nationally for its innovations. A two-year associate degree from BCC provides you with options—to transfer to a four-year university, learn a new career or pursue general studies. Certificate programs, which require less time to complete than an associate degree, help you acquire skills and experience in a variety of career areas in a shorter time period. BCC's flexible class options allow you to complete program requirements at convenient times that work for you. You may also choose to earn a degree or certificate completely online. Bellevue Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (Redmond, Wash.), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bellevue College cost?
Bellevue College's tuition is approximately $3,754 for In-State students and $8,944 for Out-State students.
What is Bellevue College's ranking?
Bellevue College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue College located?
Bellevue College is located in the Lake Hills neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 11,546 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,754
  • Out-state tuition: $8,944
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 90%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Washington public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,105 per year for in-state students and $7,359 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $19,532 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Washington is 96%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Washington community colleges have a diversity score of 0.73, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Washington is Highline College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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