{"id":123,"date":"2020-05-18T18:07:39","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T01:07:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio-new\/?page_id=123"},"modified":"2026-03-23T12:22:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T19:22:25","slug":"admissions-advising","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio\/admissions-advising\/","title":{"rendered":"Advising"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Advising is the first step to success for students at Bellevue College. No matter what your background and goals, we have advisors ready to assist you on your path. Students interested in the Molecular Biosciences programs should meet with an academic advisor or program advisor prior to registering for classes. Watch the video, &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/lqnKPTba-ZI\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/lqnKPTba-ZI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore Molecular Biosciences at BC!<\/a>&#8221; if you would like to learn more about the programs prior to scheduling an appointment with an advisor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-row row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md-4\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/advising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/Academic-Advising-Button-300x300.png\" alt=\"Academic Advising written on blue background with a silhouette of two people talking at a table below the words.\" class=\"wp-image-886 img-fluid \" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/Academic-Advising-Button.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/Academic-Advising-Button-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/Academic-Advising-Button-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/Academic-Advising-Button-45x45.png 45w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/Academic-Advising-Button-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Students who are still exploring their academic options and career pathways will benefit from first seeing an academic advisor. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md-4\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio\/academic-options\/molecular-sciences-technician-aas-t\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MST-Advising-Button-300x300.png\" alt=\"Molecular Sciences Technician AAS-T Program Advising written over blue background with a silhouette of a microscope on it.\" class=\"wp-image-884 img-fluid \" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MST-Advising-Button.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MST-Advising-Button-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MST-Advising-Button-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MST-Advising-Button-45x45.png 45w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MST-Advising-Button-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Students who are interested in earning the Molecular Sciences Technician associates degree can meet with an academic or program advisor to plan the first part of their education. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md-4\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio\/academic-options\/molecular-biosciences-bas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MBS-Advising-Button-300x300.png\" alt=\"Molecular Biosciences BAS Program Advising written on blue background with a molecular structure symbol below the words.\" class=\"wp-image-885 img-fluid \" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MBS-Advising-Button.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MBS-Advising-Button-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MBS-Advising-Button-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MBS-Advising-Button-45x45.png 45w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/408\/2020\/10\/MBS-Advising-Button-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Students interested in pursuing the Bachelor&#8217;s of Applied Science degree in Molecular Biosciences should meet with a program advisor to plan your education according to your academic history and goals. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Information Sessions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Attend a live, online information session with Program Manager Jenn Pang to get your questions answered and learn more details about Molecular Biosciences program. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio\/information-sessions\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio\/information-sessions\/\">Find out the next Info session date and time<\/a>. They are free, online and 30-40 min.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Education Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We have provided <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/molecularbio\/admissions-advising\/education-plans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sample education plans<\/a> so students have a general idea of what their schedules may look like while in the programs. Students&#8217; actual education plans vary considerably depending on previous academic coursework and goals, so it is essential to meet with an academic or program advisor to create a customized plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Students should register early to avoid waitlists and late registration. It is highly recommended that you register as early as possible. Seats in general education courses such as ENGL&amp; 235 or BUS&amp; 101 cannot be guaranteed by our program. Please note special registration and payment deadlines each quarter on the <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/current-students\/student-central\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academic Calendar<\/a>.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/current-students\/enrollment\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/current-students\/enrollment\/\">Learn more about registration.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tuition &amp; Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bellevue College offers affordable tuition rates at all levels.&nbsp;Tuition and fee rates are set by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) which acts upon legislative authority. These rates are set on an annual basis, and are differentiated by residence and course level.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition-fees\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition-fees\/\">Learn more about Tuition and Fees.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Advising is the first step to success for students at Bellevue College. No matter what your background and goals, we have advisors ready to assist you on your path. Students interested in the Molecular Biosciences programs should meet with an academic advisor or program advisor prior to registering for classes. 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