Tuition

Learn about tuition and fees for the Occupational and Life Skills program at Bellevue College.

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Tuition for the OLS program is different than other programs at Bellevue College. We break down our tuition fees below. 

OLS Tuition

Current tuition for the 2056-26 academic year is $495.00/credit. Our tuition slightly increases every three years. The next tuition increase is expected for the 2027-28 academic year.

Students take eight credits per quarter in the first three years of our program and six credits per quarter in their fourth year, for a total of 90 credits.

Students attend classes in Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters. There are no OLS classes in the Summer.

Tuition per Year

The table below shows a breakdown of tuition by year. The total amount does not include additional course fees, books, housing, transportation, or other expenses. Visit the Bellevue College cost of admissions page for additional information when determining the cost of attendance.

YearCredits per QuarterCost per CreditTuition per QuarterAnnual Tuition
Year One (2025-26)8$495$3,960$11,880
Year Two (2026-27)8$495$3,960$11,880
Year Three (2027-28)8$520$4,160$12,480
Year Four (2028-29)6$520$3,120$9,360
Total*$45,600
*Total assumes the student successfully passes and does not have to repeat any courses. It also does not include the minimal course specific fees or textbooks (approximately $100/year).

Paying for College

There are a variety of options for helping paying for tuition at OLS Bellevue College.

Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. It is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and applying early can help you maximize the amount of aid you may qualify for. If you wait until you’re accepted to apply, you could miss out on Financial Aid.

Learn More About Financial Aid

You may be eligible for additional tuition assistance through Workforce Education programs at Bellevue College.

Got questions? Contact them at workforce-ed@bellevuecollege.edu. Let them know you are a current or prospective OLSBC student. You may be eligible for tuition funding, and education and career planning!

Learn About Workforce Education at BC

You will find scholarship information on our Resources Page.

One thing to remember when applying for scholarships: OLSBC students are part-time students, taking up to eight credits per quarter. This may mean that they do not qualify, or may only be awarded a partial scholarship based on part-time enrollment.

Explore Scholarship Resources

For some students, working and going college is a good option. Many employers even offer tuition assistance to their employees.

Bellevue College also offers a number of Work Study positions for those who qualify. Contact the Bellevue College Financial Aid Office to see if you qualify.

Visit BC Financial Aid Website