First Time College Student

Thanks for your interest in attending Bellevue College! Here's what you need to know to get started.

To gain general admission

you are required to complete the application for admission
pay the application fee

You can apply online, or applications are available in the Student Service Center on the Bellevue campus.

Please apply early! Admission applications, either submitted online or in-person, will take up to 3 business days to be processed before you can register.

Transcripts for Admissions

New students will be admitted and assigned registration access to Bellevue College in the order in which their admissions forms are received. If the student has attended other colleges or universities, official transcripts are not required for admission.

Official transcripts are required only when the student applies for graduation or for an official evaluation of credits.

New Student Advising and Assessment

If you are entering college for the first time, you must complete the English and math skills assessment and meet with an academic advisor prior to registering for classes.
If you have prior college experience see Assessment and Advising for more information.