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Bellevue College

Public Bellevue, WA · Urban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
35%
Graduation Rate
$56,310
Earnings (10yr)
$11,430
Net Price
7,364
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Overview

With an enrollment of 7,364 students, Bellevue College is an inviting option for those looking for a diverse range of programs. It stands out particularly in fields like Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Computer Science & IT, and Visual & Performing Arts. This variety allows students to explore different disciplines and tailor their education to their interests and career goals.

After graduation, students can expect to earn an average of $56,310 within ten years. That’s a solid start, especially when you consider the affordability of attending Bellevue College. The net price after financial aid is around $11,430, and only about 10% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a somewhat diverse economic background among attendees. This suggests that many students are finding their way through without excessive reliance on financial aid.

When we look at the practical side, the median debt for graduates is $12,375, which is manageable compared to their earnings potential. Students who thrive here tend to be those who appreciate a more intimate learning environment and are looking for paths that lead directly into the workforce. Bellevue College can be a great stepping stone for those ready to invest in their education while keeping an eye on their financial future.

Rankings

How Bellevue Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation35%Earnings 10yr$56KNet Price$11KMedian Debt$12KPell Grant Rate10%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$10K$0-30K$10K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$20K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%649.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2294.9%MOBILITY149.05%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,436
In-State Tuition
$10,502
Out-of-State
$11,430
Avg Net Price
$12,375
Median Debt
10%
Pell Grant Rate
3%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$9,500
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,049
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,829
Family Income $48K–$75K
$19,973
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$47,460
6 Years After Entry
$53,687
8 Years
$56,310
10 Years
0.22x
Debt-to-Earnings
64%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$47,460 6yr $53,687 8yr $56,310 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

149.05%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2294.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
649.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$97,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.73
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.93
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.405%
Inventor Rate
49
Total Patents
228
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 29%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,874
Diversity Index 0.84
First-Gen Students 41%

Top Programs

Humanities 50%
Health Professions 16%
Business & Marketing 15%
Computer Science & IT 11%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%
Education 2%
Physical Sciences 1%
Engineering 1%