Certificates

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Our 1-2 year Professional and Technical Certificate Programs offer a focused, hands-on learning experience—perfect for those seeking specialized skills without committing to a 4-year degree.

These programs are ideal for:

  • Students who want to experience studying in the United States short term
  • Students who already hold a degree and want to add a valuable credential in a short amount of time.

Credit Enrollment for F-1 International Students:

  • Requirement: Enroll in at least 12 credits per quarter.
  • Academic Year Structure: Three required quarters—fall, winter, and spring.

Quarter Length:

  • Fall, Winter, Spring: Approximately 11 weeks each.
  • Summer: About 8 weeks. Note that the amount of material covered is equivalent to other quarters.

Estimate of Tuition, Fees & Living Expenses

2025-26 Academic Year

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ProgramsAssociate, IHSC,
Certificate
Term (3 Months)
Year (9 Months)		TermYear
Tuition$3,761$11,283
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)$9,906$29,583
Bank Statement for I-20$29,583

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

International Programs
Dates and Deadlines
Estimates of Expenses
English Proficiency Proofs
Conditional Admission Partners
Start your Application

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

  1. Personal and Contact Information
  2. Transcripts:
    • From your most recent school
    • Includes name, classes, & grades
    • Submit a copy and an English translation. Online translations are accepted (professional not required).
  3. Valid Passport Photo Page
  4. Proof of English Proficiency:
  5. Bank Statement:
  6. $50 USD Online Application Fee (Non-Refundable):
  7. 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:

  1. Apply and be admitted to Bellevue College.
  2. Create your student accounts.
  3. Complete a prerequisite clearance (typically 1–2 weeks).
  4. 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:

Schedule a Change of Status Appointment With Our Team
  • 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.
Need Help? Have Questions? Make an Appointment!

Or email us at ie@bellevuecollege.edu

Last Updated April 21, 2026