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Bellevue College
Bellevue, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA 98007 · Phone: (425) 564-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Bellevue College is a public trade and career school in Bellevue, WA offering radiology/sonography, medical assistant, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Bellevue College graduates carry a median debt of $12,375 and earn a median of $56,310 ten years after entry; the state average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Bellevue College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 9.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $66,570 | $102,090 | $121,560 |
| Medical assistants | $46,540 | $59,290 | $63,590 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,410 | $48,880 | $58,370 |
| Medical records specialists | $45,500 | $62,270 | $79,680 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 41 | $70,881 | $64,990 | $17,522 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $70,881 | $64,990 | $17,522 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $70,881 | $64,990 | $17,522 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Bellevue College is a public college in Bellevue, Washington, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities along with several health-field accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. Among its trade and career offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in radiology and sonography programs, followed by medical assistant programs and phlebotomy classes, out of eight recognized program families.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate is 66.1%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares are not reported for this campus in federal data. About 100 students completed trade programs here, out of an overall undergraduate enrollment of 7,364. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,375, and median earnings ten years after entry are $56,310. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 9.9% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a relatively low share of low-income students compared to many career schools.
Given its strength in radiology, sonography, medical assisting, and phlebotomy, this campus may suit students seeking allied-health career paths, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, so it's not possible to say definitively whether short certificate tracks or longer associate-level programs predominate. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Bellevue College offers programs across eight recognized trade families, with the most completions in radiology and sonography programs, followed by medical assistant programs and phlebotomy classes.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Bellevue College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, as well as health-specific accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the National League for Nursing Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate is 66.1%, but this campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,375, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $56,310, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (425) 564-1000 or visit its website for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Bellevue College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit trade schools, though specific cost figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation directly with the listed accreditors, such as the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?234669.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows strong offerings in allied-health fields like radiology, medical assisting, and phlebotomy, but specific fit for career changers, such as program schedule or format, is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Bellevue College at (425) 564-1000 or visit https://bellevuecollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this listing; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?234669 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.