Bellevue College
- 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 12,563 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 12,563 students
- In-state tuition: $3,754
- Out-state tuition: $8,944
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 58%
- 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
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 853 teachers has grown by 153% over five years.
Bellevue College
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
853 staff
353 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bellevue College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 37:1 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
12,563 students
4,700 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
6,602 students
2,313 students
# Part-Time Students
5,961 students
2,387 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
400 students
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
19%
7%
% Hispanic
10%
15%
% Black
4%
5%
% White
42%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
8%
8%
% Non Resident races
7%
4%
% Unknown races
9%
12%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.73
College Completion Rate (Year 2007)
24%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$47,000
$36,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,754 is less than the state average of $4,058. 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 $7,211. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,754
$4,058
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,944
$7,211
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
37%
64%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,066
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,468
$6,267
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2020 (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.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Bellevue College is Renton Technical College (6.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Renton Technical College
Public
3000 NE Fourth St
Renton, WA 98056
(425) 235-2352
Renton, WA 98056
(425) 235-2352
6.5 miles
| 3,755 students
11605 132nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 739-8100
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 739-8100
8.3 miles
| 3,620 students
Seattle Central College
Public
1701 Broadway Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 934-3800
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 934-3800
8.3 miles
| 6,743 students
555 South Renton Village Place Suite 110
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 228-9600
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 228-9600
8.5 miles
| 717 students
South Seattle College
Public
6000 16th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 934-5300
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 934-5300
9.8 miles
| 6,141 students
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