The Academic Advising Department is located in the U (Student Success) Building, Suite 101. Academic Advising assists current Bellevue College students who have completed entry processes to enroll in and complete 100 or 200-level prerequisite courses, a certificate, a professional/technical associate’s degree, or an associate’s degree for university transfer (transfer associate).
The Academic Advising Department has three integrated functions: New Student Programs, Academic Advising (New Student/Exploratory and Pathway Advising), and University Transfer Support (UTS; formerly known as the Transfer Center).
1. New Student Programs oversees New Student Orientation (NSO). NSO is intended to create a smooth transition into Bellevue College by introducing and familiarizing students to the campus, academic expectations, student life, and support services. All new to Bellevue College certificate and/or associate degree completing students must complete BOTH the New Student Orientation (NSO) via Canvas and attend a New Student Enrollment (NSE) Session (virtual or in-person options available) before being permitted to register for classes.
2. Academic Advising in the department is based on your self-selected BC Pathway. BC Pathways was modeled after the national Guided Pathways framework, focused on helping students choose and align their academic and career goals, create an education plan to align with those goals, and offer support and resources to aid student success. Additionally, the Academic Advising Department helps students to explore and understand the full range of BC offered programs of study, getting involved and connected on campus to tutoring, academic, and other holistic student supports, along with supporting successful transfer to a four-year college or university.
3. University Transfer Support (UTS) offers comprehensive services, resources, events, and workshops that help streamline the process for current Bellevue College students in progress of a transfer associate degree who intend to transfer into a four-year institution.
Current students interested in meeting with a Pathway or New Student/Exploratory advisor may do so by scheduling an appointment or by attending drop-in advising in person or over the phone. Please visit the Academic Advising Department website (www.bellevuecollege.edu/advising/) or call (425) 564-2212 to learn more.
If you have been admitted to a Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), or Bachelor of Applied Arts (BAA) program, please go to Bachelor’s Degrees to identify the program manager and/or program chair for your specific program of interest and application.
Academic Success Center
The Academic Success Center (ASC) provides free, high-quality in-person and online tutoring and learning services for all students enrolled at Bellevue College. Located in D204, the ASC offers drop-in tutoring, one-on-one appointment tutoring, e-tutoring, academic support workshops, and class materials for lending, as well as specialized tutoring labs for math, writing, and reading instruction. The mission of the ASC is to help students succeed academically and empower them to become independent, life-long learners. For additional information, please email asc@bellevuecollege.edu or visit bellevuecollege.edu/asc/.
Academic Success Center Links:
Math Lab: drop-in tutoring for students currently enrolled in a BC math class.
Writing Lab: in-person and online tutoring sessions for all BC students with any writing project, including class assignments, college applications, resumes, and personal statements.
Reading Lab provides reading support and tutoring for all BC students who want to improve their vocabulary and reading skills. Students may also register for a 1 or 2-credit lab course focused on vocabulary, reading speed, and comprehension.
Workshops: held throughout the quarter on topics related to study skills, reading, writing, and speaking. All students are welcome!
Counseling Center
The counselors at the Counseling Center are trained mental health professionals who teach Human Development (HD) classes and provide counseling services to support students in a range of areas (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, difficulty finding balance). Counseling services are offered in-person and remotely to enrolled students and are available in various languages. The counselors also assist faculty and staff by providing consultations regarding students of concern.
The Bellevue College Counseling Center offers many free services:
For students:
· Personal Counseling (e.g., anxiety, stress, depression, relationship concerns, trauma)
· Career Counseling (e.g., exploring values, strengths, interests, personality, and family and cultural background to determine an academic major and/or career path)
· Educational Counseling (e.g., motivation, study skills, test anxiety)
· Group Counseling (e.g., LGBTQIA Support Group, Mindfulness Group)
· Referrals to community services and resources
· Support for students who are having trouble with grades
· Drop-in crisis counseling for students who are going through a difficult time or are at immediate risk of harming themselves or others
· Human Development classes, including stress management, career exploration, motivation, assertive communication, and other life and academic skills
For staff/faculty:
· Consultations about student mental health
· Workshops and class presentations
To schedule an appointment, call the Center at 425-564-5747, email counseling@bellevuecollege.edu, or schedule online. For more information, visit our website at bellevuecollege.edu/counseling/ or see us in person in U201.
If you or someone you know is experiencing an emotional crisis and the Center is closed, contact the National 24/7 crisis line at 988 or text HEAL to 741741 to text with a crisis responder.
Disability Resource Center
The Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides academic accommodations to students with a barrier related to a disability or health condition.
Students who are interested in disability accommodations should visit our Getting Started with the DRC page for a detailed overview of how to become registered with the DRC and receive accommodations. Please fill out the Access Form to start our disability accommodation process.
Contact us!
Office Location: U001
Email: drc@bellevuecollege.edu
Phone: (425) 564-2498
Fax: (425) 564-5110
TTY/Teletype for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: (425) 564-6189
The eLearning department provides instructor-led, self-paced, and in-person Canvas workshops for students. Student Canvas Training is provided in 3 ways:
- Student Canvas Online Workshop - This is an instructor-led, in-depth, self-paced Canvas training, offered at the beginning of each quarter. This is great for new students and students who want to practice as they learn. Online registration is required.
- Student Canvas 60-minute Training, Online and In-Person - Quickly discover Canvas navigation and tips during this presentational session with Q&A at the end. This is great for returning students or for students who missed the Student Canvas Online Workshop. Offered the first five days of the quarter with options online and in-person. No need to register.
- Student Canvas P2P Live Online - Offered online, during the quarter. Gain helpful tips and ask your Canvas-related questions as they come up.
All eLearning Student Canvas Training sessions are free and not for credit.
Email: studentcanvastraining@bellevuecollege.edu Twitter:@CanvasStudent
Early Learning Center
The BC Early Learning Center, located on campus, serves student families with children ages six weeks to six years old. The Early Learning Center offers an affordable, high-quality, family-centered early education childcare program. Student families who are income eligible may apply for enrollment in Head Start, an enhancement program for children three to five years old. For enrollment availability, tuition costs, and program information, please call (425) 564-2240.
The Financial Aid Office provides financial assistance to individuals who have completed the financial aid process and are eligible for aid as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WAFSA). For more information regarding eligibility requirements, visit bellevuecollege.edu/fa/eligibility. Sources of aid include federal, state, and institutional grants; loans; and work-study jobs. Details are available at https://studentaid.gov for FAFSA, https://wsac.wa.gov/WASFA for WASFA, or visit bellevuecollege.edu/admissions-adi/financial-aid/.
If you have completed the FAFSA or WAFSA and your family’s circumstances have changed dramatically in 2025 (e.g., loss of job, death, marital separation, etc.) ask Student Central about special conditions or review the 2025-26 Special Condition forms available at www.bellevuecollege.edu/fa/forms/
See Workforce Education for additional funding sources for which you may qualify.
Family Contribution & Family Need
The Financial Aid office uses the Student Aid Index (SAI) which appears on the Student Aid Report (SAR) or processed FAFSA or WAFSA to calculate financial offers. The SAI is calculated using a federal methodology and is the amount students and/or families are expected to contribute towards their education for three quarters. The SAI is used in an equation to determine financial need as follows: the Cost of Attendance minus the SAI equals unmet need.
Notification of Aid Offer
When offered aid, students receive an Aid Offer Notification via BC e-mail, which directs students to review the type and amount of aid offered for each quarter on the ctcLink student homepage. Students only need to notify the Financial Aid Office if they are not attending BC and are rejecting their aid or canceling a portion of their aid package. For types of aid available, please visit bellevuecollege.edu/fa/apply/types
Students’ Satisfactory Academic Progress
Students applying for and/or receiving financial aid are required to make and maintain satisfactory academic progress in their course of study and complete their program within the credit limitations. See the Satisfactory Academic Progress Guidelines at Keeping Your Aid: Satisfactory Academic Progress - Bellevue College.
Repayment
Repayment is when you have to pay back some or all of your financial aid. If you receive a financial aid grant and/or loans, you must attend more than 60% of the quarter to earn all (100%) of your aid. If you stop attending or do not receive passing grades, we are required to determine how much financial aid you “earned” and return any “unearned” funds. You are then required to pay us back.
If you have attended less than 60% of the quarter, you may owe a repayment to financial aid. This may include federal and state grants and your tuition costs. If BC returns funds to federal or state agencies, these funds will come out of the money that was used to pay for your tuition. This means that you will need to repay BC the balance of tuition. Please visit Withdrawal, Refunds, and Repayments - Bellevue College for more information on the census dates, refunds and repayments.
Application Procedure
We process financial aid files based on the date you turned in the last required document. Your file is not considered complete and ready to process for a financial aid offer until you submit all required documents. If you complete your file, and during processing, you are asked to submit additional documentation, you do not lose your original file completion date as long as you turn in the documentation within two weeks.
Make sure you complete your file by the deadline of the quarter you plan to start taking classes. If you miss the deadline, plan to pay for your tuition, fees and books using your own funds. You may be reimbursed if you are later found to be eligible for aid. Visit Important Dates and Deadlines - Bellevue College for application deadlines.
Family Contribution & Family Need
The Financial Aid office uses the Student Aid Index (SAI) which appears on the Student Aid Report (SAR) or processed FAFSA or WAFSA to calculate financial offers. The SAI is calculated using a federal methodology and is the amount students and/or families are expected to contribute towards their education for three quarters. The SAI is used in an equation to determine financial need as follows: the Cost of Attendance minus the SAI equals unmet need.
Multicultural Services
Multicultural Services fosters a sense of community and belonging, offering welcoming and explorative spaces where we celebrate and empower students from all races, ethnicities, cultures, genders, and sexualities to explore their identities, develop self-efficacy, and achieve their goals.
Student Support-
- Puente: The Puente Program is a nationally recognized and award-winning academic program dedicated to advancing the education of Latinx students. The Puente Academic Program at Bellevue College is designed to support Latinx students in reaching their academic potential and returning to their communities as leaders and mentors of future generations.
- Umoja: The Umoja Scholars Program is an affiliate of the global Umoja Community. Umoja is a Kiswahili word meaning Unity. The Umoja Scholars Program is a supportive learning community and critical resource dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of Black, African American, and other students. We believe that when the voices and histories of students are deliberately and intentionally recognized and honored, the opportunity for self-efficacy emerges and a foundation is formed for academic success. The Umoja Scholars Program at Bellevue College actively supports and promotes student success through an ethnocentric curriculum and pedagogy responsive to the legacy of the African and African American Diasporas and experiences of students.
- Queer and Trans Resource Center (QTRC) fosters a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment at Bellevue College for students, staff, and faculty of all identities across the gender, sexual, and romantic spectrums.
- The Multicultural Center is a student support and engagement hub that provides resources, community, and programming focused on empowering students.
Visit our webpage at www.bellevuecollege.edu/mcs/
Or call us at (425) 564-2208. Email us at mcs@bellevuecollege.edu
Live and learn on campus! The Bellevue College Residence Hall is home to up to 400 students in a mix of units and includes a variety of public areas for studying, meeting, and socializing. The building is LEED Platinum certified with many environmentally friendly features, including a rain garden, smart water systems, utility monitoring, permeable paving, and abundant natural lighting. Students living on campus have the opportunity to live in suite or apartment-style units with private or shared bedrooms, all of which have in-unit bathrooms and kitchens.
Living on-campus offers a complete environment to serve students’ academic, personal, and social needs. Students who live on campus are more engaged in campus activities, meet new people, get more out of the college experience, and on average, earn higher grades.
Amenities include:
- 24/7 staffing, including Front Desk operations, mail service, information and equipment rental
- Community spaces on each floor
- Laundry facility
- Provided access to the on-campus Fitness Center
- Wi-Fi access
- Free cultural, academic, and community programs and events
- Student volunteer and job opportunities
Please visit bellevuecollege.edu/housing/ to learn more and apply today!
By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning, and cultural experiences, Student Programs is committed to building a pluralistic and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation, and student success. We empower our students to contribute to our community as better world citizens. Stop by C212 in the Student Union Building, call (425) 564-6150, or visit our webpage for more info
The Student Programs Office coordinates the many Student Life and Co-Curricular Programs, including:
- Over 100 student organizations and programs Associated Student Government (ASG) and Office of Student Legislative Affairs
- Leadership Institute
- Student Volunteer Center
- Campus Business Center
- Campus Activities Board (CAB)
- Affinity Groups: Black Student Union, El Centro Latino, LBGTQ Resource Center. Asian Pacific Island Student Association, Arabic Culture Student Association, International Student Association and the BC Association of Veterans
- The Watchdog (student newspaper)
- Student Programs Signature Campus Events
- Student Handbook
- Services and Activities Fee Budget Management
- Student Environmental and Sustainability Programs
The Student Success & Retention Office supports academic progress and student well-being. The office’s peer educators and other staff are ready to help every student achieve their graduation goals. We use data-informed practices and innovative interventions to help students, particularly those who may need additional academic support and guidance. The office comprises four programs:
• Student Success Coaching provides one-on-one personalized peer support for time management, goal setting, wellness, study strategies, and navigating Bellevue College. This program is focused on supporting the overall academic experience of students rather than subject-specific tutoring.
• Early Alert is a system that identifies when a student may need additional support. Early alerts are submitted for missed attendance or assignments, or poor test performance. The program connects students to essential campus resources, services, and faculty that will support, encourage and empower them.
• Academic Standing tracks GPA (cumulative and term) and affirms academic progress for Bellevue College students who maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher. The office identifies and alerts students who are not making satisfactory progress and provides those students with assistance to improve their academic performance.
• Student Re-engagement supports students who have left Bellevue College before completing a degree or certificate. The office’s re-engagement coordinator and peer educators work with students to identify barriers, connect students to campus resources based on their specific needs, and offer support as they rejoin the Bellevue College community.
Visit us on the web to learn more: Student Success & Retention Office @ Bellevue College
TRIO Student Support Services
TRIO is a program funded by the U.S. Department of Education to assist Bellevue College students in achieving their educational goals. TRIO provides extensive academic advising services, financial guidance, and personal support for students who are first-generation college students, low-income students, or students who have a documented disability. TRIO services include academic advising, comprehensive transfer planning and preparation, university visitations, financial aid guidance and scholarship application assistance, personal support and advocacy, free tutoring, instruction in effective study skills, a computer lab and study center, laptop computer lending, academic monitoring and intervention, academic achievement awards, workshops, and cultural activities. All services are designed to ensure student success at BC and beyond. Specific eligibility requirements apply. For more information, call (425) 564-5745 or visit www.bellevuecollege.edu/trio
Bellevue College’s Veterans Resource Center is a one-stop shop for student veterans and all military-affiliated students to access their VA educational benefits and community resources. Whether you are on active duty, a reserve member, a veteran, or a family member, we are here to assist all students in realizing their academic, personal, and professional goals. We advocate for all military-affiliated students, foster a sense of camaraderie, and provide a space in which to strengthen ties with the community. Through student engagement and support, we ensure that Bellevue College is a military-friendly and veteran-ready institution. Please visit bellevuecollege.edu/veterans/ for more information.
Services Include:
- Computer Workstations
- VA Benefit Support
- Military Tuition Assistance
- Lounge Space
- Military Transition Support
- Community-based Veteran’s Benefit Referral
- Peer Support and Mentorship
Workforce Education
Workforce Education programs help people get the skills they need through Bellevue College’s professional-technical programs to enter or re-enter the workforce. Located in the Bellevue College Student Success Center, Room U-212
Funding Programs:
BFET (Basic Food Employment & Training) – for people receiving federal food assistance from the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).
Services may include:
- Tuition assistance, course-related fees, and required textbooks when pursuing approved programs of study.
- Educational advising and planning, including developing an education plan that lists the courses required each quarter to obtain the training goal.
- High-touch advising to address barriers to academic/personal success.
- Employment assistance.
- Assistance in navigating college resources and services.
- Verification of school schedule for students receiving the Working Connections Child Care subsidy.
- Referrals to community partners.
Opportunity Grant – for WA state residents with limited income and limited college credits
Services may include:
- Tuition assistance up to 45 credits, course-related fees, and required textbooks when pursuing approved professional-technical training.
- Educational advising and planning, including the development of an education plan.
- Advising to address barriers to academic/personal success.
- Employment assistance.
- Assistance in navigating college resources and services.
- Referrals to community partners.
Worker Retraining – for individuals who are on unemployment insurance (UI) or have exhausted UI; veterans discharged in the past 48 months; active duty military with separation orders; or displaced homemakers due to divorce or death of a spouse in the past 48 months.
Services may include:
- Tuition and course-related fee assistance.
- Employment Security navigation, gaining permission to attend school while collecting unemployment benefits.
- Educational advising and planning.
- Assistance in locating additional funding for training.
- Priority enrollment.
- Liaison to Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), WIOA, and other agencies.
WorkFirst – offers access to training, support resource referrals, tuition, and book assistance to TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) recipients attending Bellevue College and referred by DSHS.
Services may include:
- Tuition, course-related fees, required textbooks, and support services.
- Educational advising and planning, develop an education plan that lists the courses required each quarter to obtain the training goal.
- High-touch advising to address barriers to academic/personal success.
- Assistance in navigating college resources and services.
- Employment assistance.
- Referrals to community partners.
Additional Services:
- Financial Aid application assistance.
- Free one-on-one financial coaching.
- Workforce staff coordinates with DSHS and Employment Security to support students in keeping their benefits while in training.
- Workforce Education Homework Lab in U211 – open Mon-Fri 8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Employment services: Unemployment navigation, job search, cover letter, and resume assistance
- Connection to Community Partners, such as Hopelink, YWCA, United Way, and Goodwill, for additional emergency support.
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