Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Mission (Adopted April 2025)

Bellevue College is a catalyst for lifelong transformation that drives social and economic progress. We innovate boldly, remove barriers, and equip students with the skills, knowledge, and resilience to thrive in an evolving world. 

Vision (Adopted April 2025)

Bellevue College will redefine higher education as a dynamic hub where innovation, purpose, and opportunity converge. As a national model for excellence, we will empower every learner—regardless of background—to shape their future, improve their industries, and strengthen our community.  

Core Values

We, the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff and administration of Bellevue College, place students at the center of all we do and support and promote the excellence of their efforts. We affirm and embody pluralism, value collaboration and shared decision making, and honor creativity and innovation. We consider it our duty to anticipate changing demands in education and welcome the opportunity to shape its future. We acknowledge our responsibility to society and embrace the belief that widespread access to excellent post-secondary education is the cornerstone of a democratic society.