Information provided on this page has been compiled by our office to guide F-1 international students interested in the Nursing program.
Students should verify all information with the Nursing program for the most accurate and up-to-date guidance. Program details, requirements & timelines subject to change without notice.
Current students should work closely with their International Advisor in regard to their academic plan.
General Overview – In Depth Details Further Below
| Step | Acceptance & Terms | Program Email | Estimated Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1. Apply through International Education for the Associate of Arts and Science, Pre-Nursing focus | Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer | ie@bellevuecollege.edu | 1-2 Years |
| Step 1.1. Begin all Pre-Requisite and Placement Coursework | |||
| Step 1.2. Apply for the Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) (CNA) | This is a selective admission program for Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer, admission is not guaranteed. Details below. | nac@bellevuecollege.edu | 1 Term (3 months) |
| Step 1.3. Complete all required Pre-Nursing classes and the Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) | |||
| Step 2. Apply for the Nursing, AAS-T (ADN) | This is a selective admission program for Full Time Fall and Winter, admission is not guaranteed. Details below. | bellevueadn@bellevuecollege.edu | 2 Year Cohort Program |
| Step 2.1. Complete the Nursing, AAS-T (ADN) | |||
| Step 2.2. Take and Pass NCLEX Exam | |||
| Step 2.3. (Optional) OPT Opportunity | Not guaranteed – work with your international advisor to apply. | ie@bellevuecollege.edu | 1 Year (Max) |
| Step 3. (Optional) Apply for the Nursing, RN to BSN, BS | This is a selective admission program for Summer and Fall, admission is not guaranteed. Details below. | rnbsn@bellevuecollege.edu | 1 Year Cohort Program |
| Step 3.1. (Optional) Complete the Nursing, RN to BSN, BS | |||
| Step 3.2. (Optional) OPT Opportunity | Not guaranteed – work with your international advisor to apply. | ie@bellevuecollege.edu | 1 Year (Max) |
1. Apply for the Arts and Science – Transfer Associate (Pre-Nursing) – 1-2 Years
To get started, apply through the International Student Portal by the application deadlines. We accept students 4-times a year. Once admitted, you’ll begin your nursing education by completing the required pre-nursing courses.
Required Pre-Nursing Classes (Sept. 25′): A prerequisite class is a course you must complete before you can take a more advanced class.
- 6 CR BIOL& 160 – Biology w/Lab (Prerequisite for below)
- Placement or completion of MATH 99 or higher (Prerequisite for below)
- 5 CR MATH 130
- 6 CR CHEM& 121 – Chemistry
- 5 CR ENGL& 101 – English
- 5 CR CMST 252
- 5 CR PSYC& 100 – Psychology (Prerequisite for below)
*CR = Credit Hours
If you have completed these classes at another institute, complete the process of transferring credits or clearing your pre-requisites.
- Clear/Verify Prerequisite Requirements (Takes 1-2 weeks avg.)
- Transfer Credits (Can take over 8 weeks)
- 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.
- Student Central Processing Time/s Dashboard
1.2. Apply for & Complete the NAC – 1 Term
Admission to the Bellevue College Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program requires successful completion of the NAC courses.
- Nursing Assistant Certified Certificate of Completion Curriculum
- NAC Admission Criteria & Application Instructions
- Requires: Admission to Bellevue College through International Education (F-1 Students)
2. Apply for the Associate Degree in Nursing – 2 Years
This selective admission program requires a secondary application through the Nursing Department and completion of the listed prerequisites and NAC.
- Nursing, AAS-T (ADN) Curriculum
- ADN Admission Criteria & Application Instructions
- Requires: Admission to Bellevue College through International Education (F-1 Students)
- Requires: Listed prerequisites and NAC be completed
- ADN Admission Dates and Deadlines
- F-1 Students qualify for Full-Time Fall and Full-Time Winter Terms Only
3. Apply for the Bachelor Degree in Nursing – 1 Year
This selective admission program requires a secondary application through the Nursing Department and completion of an ADN. Students who have completed the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at Bellevue College are guaranteed admission to the RN to BSN program, provided they meet all additional program requirements, including licensure.
- Nursing, RN to BSN, BS (RN-BSN) Curriculum
- RN-BSN Admission Criteria & Application Instructions
- Requires: Admission to Bellevue College through International Education (F-1 Students)
- Requires: Completion of an ADN
- Requires: Current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in Washington State.
Estimate of Tuition, Fees & Living Expenses 2025-2026 Academic Year
| Programs | Associate, IHSC, Certificate |
|
|---|---|---|
| Term (3 Months) Year (9 Months) | Term | Year |
| Tuition | $3,881 | $11,643 |
| Mandatory Fees | $144² | $298 |
| Medical Insurance³ | $459 | $1,377 |
| Books & Supplies | $176 | $528 |
| Room & Board⁴ | $4,617 | $13,851 |
| Miscellaneous | $656 | $1,968 |
| Total (Estimated) | $9,933 | $29,665 |
| Bank Statement for I-20 | $29,665 | |
| Programs | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Term (3 Months) Year (9 Months) | Term | Year |
| Tuition | $7,496 | $22,488 |
| Mandatory Fees | $144² | $298 |
| Medical Insurance³ | $459 | $1,377 |
| Books & Supplies | $176 | $528 |
| Room & Board⁴ | $4,617 | $13,851 |
| Miscellaneous | $656 | $1,968 |
| Total (Estimated) | $13,548 | $40,510 |
| Bank Statement for I-20 | $40,510 | |
Scholarships: Awards from $1,000–$3,000 based on merit, need, background, or field. Apply Jan–Mar; funds awarded in Sept.
Last Updated July 13, 2026