International Business Professions (IBP)

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The International Business Professions (IBP) program is a full-time, 12-months, cohort-based program. Cohorts start in Fall and Spring. Students create their own study and career plans by choosing from a wide range of college-level subjects and practical English support courses. This prepares them for an internship in their field of interest.

Please note: IBP is a non-degree granting cohort-based program that requires a minimum enrollment. For questions about upcoming cohorts, please email ie@bellevuecollege.edu.

  • Students must be a high school graduate and at least 18 years old.
  • Students must meet the required English language proficiency at the time of application.
  • Students must be in good academic and immigration standing throughout the program to be able to apply for the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) in their final term.
  • Students in Japan must apply to the IBP Program through the authorized agency at https://www.iccworld.co.jp/ibp/university/bellevue/

Click Here to Start Your Application!

Apply through our International Student Portal by our listed Dates and Deadlines

If you are a new applicant, scroll to the bottom of the portal page and click “New User.” Remember to save your email and password.

  1. An online international student application form for your name, contact information, and similar details.
  2. Transcripts from the most recently attended institution. This must include the student’s name, institution name, classes taken, and grades received.
  3. A photo or copy of the passport photo page, showing the expiration date.
  4. A bank statement dated within the last 6 months, showing at least $36,406 USD. See an estimated breakdown of Tuition, Fees & Living Expenses.
    • If the bank statement is in anyone else’s name besides the student’s, the Financial Responsibility Form must also be submitted. This includes parents, sponsors, family members, and friends.
  5. Valid proof of English language proficiency.
  6. A non-refundable $50 application fee paid online.
  7. A digitally signed signature document.
  8. Click ‘Submit Application’ at the top of the application page. This required step must be completed for us to review your application.

Students must submit additional documents to the International Student Portal for each dependent:

  • A copy of each F-2 dependent’s passport photo page (showing expiration date).
  • Add $5,000 USD per dependent to the bank statement.

Students must submit all general requirements and will be required to submit additional documents if they are underage (16 and 17):

Students transferring from another U.S. school to Bellevue College need to submit extra documents. It’s best to submit your completed application at least two weeks before your grace period ends. If you are a transfer IBP student, please contact International Education us ie@bellevuecollege.edu.

Transfer students must submit copies of these immigration documents to the International Student Portal:

Acceptance packets can be sent by email for free or mailed to an international address for the shipping cost. Students must pay the express mail fee through eShipGlobal and upload the air bill with a full mailing address to their online application in the International Student Portal.

  1. Main Track (Track A):
    Student must meet one of the following requirements:
    • 54 (iBT) or 480 (PBT). More information about TOEFL
    • Overall Academic IELTS score of 5.0 with no specific sub-score requirements. More information about Academic IELTS
  2. Advance Track (Track B):
    Student must meet one of the following requirements:
    • 61 (iBT) or 500 (PBT). More information about TOEFL
    • Overall Academic IELTS score of 6.0 with all sub-scores 5.5 or higher. More information about Academic IELTS
    • 95 with a Production Score of 75 or higher. Duolingo English Test

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Last Updated October 25, 2024