Bellevue College’s bachelor’s degrees are career-oriented programs designed to prepare students to successfully compete for specialized jobs that require advanced knowledge and skills for a respective industry.
To apply for the bachelor’s degree programs, you must complete 2 applications: You must be admitted to Bellevue College through International Education after creating your student account you must apply and be admitted to the bachelor’s program.
The following programs are eligible for I-20 issuance for both current and future F-1 students.
These programs are meant for third and fourth year students, usually who have already completed an associate’s degree.
- Applied Accounting, BAS
- Begin with the Accounting, AAS
- Business Management and Technology, BAS
- Begin with the Business Management, AAS
- *Computer Science, BS
- Begin with the Associate in Arts and Sciences, AAS-DTA
- *Computer Science, BS: Data Science Emphasis
- Begin with the Associate in Arts and Sciences, AAS-DTA
- *Cybersecurity BAS
- Begin with the Information Technology, AAS-T
- *Data Management and Analysis BAS, Business Intelligence Concentration
- Begin with the Business Analysis and Technology, AAS-T
- *Data Management and Analysis BAS, Data Analytics Concentration
- Begin with the Business Analysis and Technology, AAS-T
- *Data Management and Analysis BAS, Data Engineering Concentration
- Begin with the Business Analysis and Technology, AAS-T
- Digital Marketing, BAS
- Begin with the Digital Marketing, AAS-T
- Health Promotion and Education, BAS
- Begin with the Associate in Arts and Sciences, AAS-DTA
- Interior Design, BAA
- Begin with the Interior Studies, AAS
- *Molecular Biosciences, BAS
- Begin with the Molecular Sciences Technician, AAS-T
- Nursing, RN to BSN, BS
- Begin with the Nursing, AAS-T
- Nursing Sequence as an F-1 International Student
- *Software Development BAS, Application Development concentration
- Begin with the Software Development, AAS-T
- *Software Development BAS, Artificial Intelligence concentration
- Begin with the Software Development, AAS-T
Last updated: April 2026. Offerings and eligibility are subject to change
(*) These degrees are the current Optional Practical Training STEM eligible programs at Bellevue College. Please review any options with your International Advisor before applying for a STEM extension.
- In the United States, it generally takes at least 4 years to complete a bachelor’s degree. At Bellevue College we have a 2+2 system where students first complete and graduate with an associates degree (2 years) and then apply for admission to a bachelors program (2 years).
- All F-1 international students are required to register for at least 12 credits each quarter. There are 3 required quarters each school year.
Estimate of Tuition, Fees & Living Expenses
2025-26 Academic Year
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| Programs | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Term (3 Months) Year (9 Months) | Term | Year |
| Tuition | $7,260 | $21,780 |
| Mandatory Fees | $144² | $298 |
| Medical Insurance³ | $443 | $1,329 |
| Books & Supplies | $254 | $762 |
| Room & Board⁴ | $4,654 | $13,961 |
| Miscellaneous | $650 | $1,950 |
| Total (Estimated) | $13,405 | $40,080 |
| Bank Statement for I-20 | $40,080 | |
Important Notes
- ¹ Intensive English students have quarterly mandatory fees of $84/quarter and a one-time Placement Test Fee of $32 in the first quarter.
- ² College-Level students have quarterly mandatory fees of $77/quarter, a one-time International Student Activity fee of $35, and a one-time Placement Test Fee of $32 in the first quarter.
- ³ Insurance is required. Visit the Medical Insurance page for more information.
- ⁴ Room and Board: Payments may not be made to the College if the student is not residing on campus.
- Tuition: Subject to change without prior notice. Students should plan for possible adjustments in expenses.
- Pay all tuition and fees by the established deadlines listed on the Academic Calendar. If you don’t pay on time, your classes will be dropped and a drop fee charged.
- Accepted Payment Methods: VISA, MasterCard, money order, personal check (U.S. bank), cash, and bank wire. For wire transfer info, complete the Wire Transfer Request Form
- Description of Fees
Student must meet one of the following for direct entry to college-level classes. Students who do not, will begin by taking Intensive English classes:
- 95 with a Production Score of 75 or higher
- Incoming college-level students will receive automatic placement into either English 93 or English 101. Students must still enroll in their placement level class.
- More information about Duolingo English Test
- Overall score of 6.0 with all sub-scores 5.5 or higher
- More information about Academic IELTS
- 61 (iBT) or 500 (PBT)
- More information about TOEFL
- TOEFL has released a new scoring system as of January 21, 2026 and Bellevue College is currently in the process of creating our score equivalences. TOEFL test takers will receive two styles of scores when they receive their results: one from the new 1 to 6 scale, and one from the 0 to 120 scale. The former 1 to 120 scale will be included in TOEFL test results until January 21, 2028, and will continue to be the default scoring scale at Bellevue College until we determine the equivalency. Please reach out to ie@bellevuecollege.edu if you have any questions on the TOEFL scoring system or how to submit your new TOEFL scores to us.
- A grade of “A-” in Integrated Skills 5 and “B-” in all other courses taken that quarter
- More information about the BC’s Intensive English program – Level Description
With a grade of “C-“
A valid placement result from another college into the equivalent of BC’s English 101
- Successful completion of Advanced (C1) level at Kaplan.
- Successful completion of Level 6 at California Language Academy.
- Successful completion of Advanced (C1-1) level at EF International Language Schools, Inc.
- A “C” or higher in English
- More information about Cambridge IGCSE Subjects
- More information about Cambridge O-Level Subjects
- 3 (places into English 101 at BC(*))
- (*) Official exam result issued by the testing company is required for the placement into English 101.
- More information about AP English Language or Literature/Composition
- If SAT or ACT taken within the last five years or PSAT taken within the last two years
- SAT or PSAT Reading/Writing score of 480 or higher
- ACT Composite score of 22 or higher
- 3 (places into English 101 at BC(*))
- (*) Official exam result issued by the testing company is required for the placement into English 101.
- More information about Smarter Balanced ELA
- 4 (places into English 101 at BC(*))
- (*) Official exam result issued by the testing company is required for the placement into English 101.
- More information about the IB International Baccalaureate
Successful completion of the advance 5 with a passing grade (a verification letter from the school official is required) (reviewed on a case-by-case basis)
Two years of regular English courses (non-ESL) in a U.S. high school or international school with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher (reviewed on a case-by-case basis)
If your citizenship is from one of the countries listed below, please submit your passport to the “English Proficiency” section of the application in addition to the passport section.
1. Anguilla, 2. Antigua and Barbuda, 3. Australia, 4. Bahamas, 5. Barbados, 6. Belize, 7. Bermuda, 8. Botswana, 9. British Virgin Islands,10. Cameroon, 11. Canada (except Quebec), 12. Cayman Islands, 13. Dominica, 14. England, 15. Fiji, 16. The Gambia, 17. Ghana, 18. Gibraltar, 19. Grenada, 20. Guyana, 21. Ireland, Northern, 22. Ireland, Republic of, 23. Jamaica, 24. Kenya, 25. Lesotho, 26. Liberia, 27. Malawi, 28. Malta, 29. Mauritius, 30. Montserrat, 31. Namibia, 32. New Zealand, 33. Nigeria, 34. Papua New Guinea, 35. Scotland, 36. Seychelles, 37. Sierra Leone, 38. Singapore, 39. Solomon Islands, 40. South Africa, 41. St. Kitts and Nevis, 42. St. Lucia, 43. St. Vincent and the Grenadines, 44. Swaziland, 45. Tanzania, 46. Tonga, 47. Trinidad and Tobago, 48. Turks and Caicos Islands, 49. Uganda, 50. United Kingdom, 51. Vanuatu, 52. Wales, 53. Zambia, 54. Zimbabwe
1. Create your Account
Enter the International Student Portal and click “Create Account” at the bottom of the page.
- Use an email address you check
- Save your email and password
2. Upload Documents
- Personal and Contact Information
- Transcripts:
- From your most recent school
- Includes name, classes, & grades
- Submit a copy and an English translation. Online translations are accepted (professional not required).
- Valid Passport Photo Page
- Proof of English Proficiency:
- List of Proofs & Scores Accepted – IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, etc.
- No Proof? Begin in Intensive English
- Bank Statement:
- Less than 6 months old
- If not in the students name, submit a Financial Responsibility Form
- Showing proof of:
- $29,583 USD or equivalent for Intensive English, Bridge, Certificate, IHSC, and Associates (Years 1 and 2)
- $40,080 USD or equivalent for Bachelor’s (Years 3 and 4)
- Estimated Breakdown of Tuition, Fees, & Living Expenses
- $50 USD Online Application Fee (Non-Refundable):
- Digital Signature
Additional Documents Required:
- F-1 visa page
- Current I-20 form
- Most recent I-94 document
- Transfer Eligibility Information
Submit a completed application at least two weeks before your grace period ends.
Bellevue College International Education does not provide unofficial transcript reviews prior to admission. Transfer credit evaluations are completed only after a student has been officially admitted to the college.
Transfer Credit Process:
- Apply and be admitted to Bellevue College.
- Create your student accounts.
- Complete a prerequisite clearance (typically 1–2 weeks).
- Submit a request to transfer your credits.
- Evaluations may take 8+ weeks, depending on transcript volume and complexity.
- Transfer of credits is not guaranteed.
- Transfer Course Equivalencies: If you cannot find your school or a course you took, it often means that Bellevue College has not reviewed that course yet. We will review the course during your transfer credit evaluation and update the equivalency database if possible.
Additional Documents Required*:
- Students must be at least 16 years old by the first day of classes.
- Completed & Signed Limited Power-of-Attorney for Healthcare Purpose
- Completed & Signed Attorney-in-Fact
- If you’ve graduated high school in your home country and want to enter a college-level program directly, you must submit proof of high school completion:
- High School Diploma
- IGCSE results
- O-Level results
- Letter from a school official confirming expected graduation
*Students interested in International High School Completion (IHSC) can find the adjusted admission requirements on the International High School Completion Program Page.
Additional Documents Required:
- A copy of each F-2 dependent’s passport photo page (showing expiration date)
- Add $5,000 USD per dependent to the bank statement
Additional Documents Required:
- Question “Type of Requested Admission”,
- Select option “4) Other visa type, currently in the US.”
- Question “Do you plan to maintain your current visa status while studying in the U.S.?”
- Select “No“
- Current visa page
- Most recent I-94 document
If you are a returning International F-1 Bellevue College student, email us at ie@bellevuecollege.edu so we can assist in re-activating your accounts.
Use an email your student has access to or the student’s email to create their account for their online application.
3. Submit Application
Once all documents are uploaded, click “Submit Application” at the top
Check your email daily. Processing generally takes around 2-weeks.
- Acceptance packets are emailed and included the I-20, acceptance letter, and the Next Steps students should take.
- Mailed copies available for a fee. To use express mail, pay via eShipGlobal and upload the air bill with full mailing address to the International Student Portal.
Or email us at ie@bellevuecollege.edu
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Last Updated April 21, 2026