How to Apply
Minimum Requirements to Apply for Admission
- High School Graduate or GED certificate
- Prerequisite Courses completed by end of winter quarter/Semester 2010
- Math and Science courses completed within last 5 years
- Overall GPA 3.2 or higher in prerequisite courses
- Completed Application submitted by April deadline.
Admission Criteria
Admission to Diagnostic Ultrasound Program based upon the following:
- GPA (competitive based upon GPA in prerequisites, minimum overall GPA 3.2)
- Health Care Experience:
- Observation (1 point)
- Volunteer work in health care environment (2 points)
- Actual patient care experience (3 points). (License, Certifications, Work Experience)
- Re-Application Status - (1 point) (positive if re-applying)
- Written and verbal communication skills demonstrating knowledge of the field and role of Sonographer. (Interview and personal statement video will be submitted with application - 5 points possible)
Final selections will be made through the Bellevue College Diagnostic Ultrasound Selection Committee. Being accepted to Bellevue College and completing required prerequisites does not guarantee or constitute admittance into the Ultrasound Program. Admittance is by selective admission.
Each year, the number of students admitted to the program is based upon clinical site availability for clinical practicum and may vary from year to year.
Application Information & Timeline
Application Timeline (for class beginning September 2010)
Applications for the Diagnostic Ultrasound Program will be available beginning January 2, 2010. On or after this date, please contact the Program Office at imagingprograms@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2316 to request an application. Note: You must attend an information session to apply to the program!
Application Timetable
| Timeframe | Application Status |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2010 to April 3, 2010 | Completed Applications Accepted |
| April 6, 2010 to May 7, 2010 | Applications Evaluated |
| May 11, 2010 to May 15, 2010 | Selection Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations for admission. |
| May 26, 2010 to June 1, 2010 | Final Selection Letters go out. |
Review our Application Guide before submitting your application!
