- TOEFL test results with a minimum score of 500 (paper-based) and/or 61 (internet-based)
- IELTS test results with a minimum score of 5.5
- Duolingo Language Test results with a minimum score of 85
- ITEP test scores with a minimum score of 3.5
- Aptis test scores with an overall CEFR score of B2; OR
Additional Immigration Document Requirements for F-1 and J-1 Students
Students who are requesting F-1 or J-1 status from Bellevue University must meet the requirements for the respective immigration document (I-20 or DS-2019). This requirement is separate from admission.
Once admitted to a Bellevue University program, students requesting F-1 or J-1 status through Bellevue University will be contacted by International Student Services for the additional documents required for the I-20 or DS-2019. All students requesting an I-20 or DS-2019 must meet these additional requirements before an I-20 or DS-2019 can be created:
- Proof of Finances: International students requesting F-1 status must submit financial documentation to prove that enough funds are readily available for the first year of estimated expenses. Students requesting J-1 status must submit financial documentation to prove that funding is available for the entire J-1 program. (See cost estimates in the “Graduate Program Estimated Cost of Attendance” table below). All financial documents must meet the following requirements:
- The funds must be liquid funds available in a checking account, savings account, and/or a certificate of deposit (CD), as verified by an official bank letter (on letterhead) or bank statement. The bank statement or bank letter must clearly indicate the account holder's name and the current balance.
- The financial documents must be dated within the last 6 months.
- Government organizations or Company-Sponsored students must provide a sponsorship letter indicating the details of their sponsorship. All company/government sponsorship letters must be presented on letterhead and signed by the sponsor
- If the account is not in the student's name, an Affidavit of Support will be required. The sponsor's name on the Affidavit must match with the name on the financial documents
- If the documents are not in English, an official translation must be provided.
Immigration documents cannot be created unless all of the above documents have been submitted and reviewed. Bellevue University reserves the right to verify the validity of all documentation provided.
Students who are not able to meet the deadlines for document production and visa issuance will be encouraged to defer their admission. See document production and visa issuance deadlines in the “Application Deadlines” table below.
Application Deadlines
If you have unique circumstances which impact your ability to submit documentation within the established deadline, please email admissions@bellevue.edu . Each situation will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Term Deadlines for Documents to Be Received by Bellevue Deadline for Visa to be Received Summer 2024 (classes begin June 3rd) Wednesday, April 3rd May 6th Summer 2024 Transfer Students ONLY Monday, May 27th SEVIS Transfer May 31st Term Deadlines for Documents to Be Received by Bellevue Deadline for Visa to be Received Fall 2024 (classes begin August 26th) Wednesday, June 26th July 29th Fall 2024 Transfer Students ONLY Monday, August 19th SEVIS Transfer August 23rd Term Deadlines for Documents to Be Received by Bellevue Deadline for Visa to be Received Winter 2024 (classes begin November 25th) Wednesday, September 25th October 28th Winter 2024 Transfer Students ONLY Monday, November 18th SEVIS Transfer November 22nd Term Deadlines for Documents to Be Received by Bellevue Deadline for Visa to be Received Spring 2025 (classes begin March 10th) Wednesday, January 8th February 3rd Spring 2025 Transfer Students ONLY Monday, March 3rd SEVIS Transfer March 7th Graduate Program Estimated Cost of Attendance for Immigration Documents
International students requesting F-1 status must submit financial documentation to prove that enough funds are readily available for the first year of estimated expenses and should be prepared to prove that additional funds will be available for the duration of studies. Students requesting J-1 status must submit financial documentation to prove that funding is available for the entire J-1 program. If you are bringing dependents with you to the US and are request F-2/J-2 documents for them, you will need to show an additional $7,448 USD for each dependent. All costs are estimates, rounded to the nearest dollar and are subject to change. Expect approximately a 5% increase each year. Please note: Additional fees may apply to individual courses within your major requirements such as lab fees or proctoring costs. Administrative fees may apply to specific partnership students and may vary. See additional details on the Tuition and Fees page.
The current estimated cost of attendance is outlined in the chart below:
Estimates for Academic Year – 3 terms (Fall / Winter / Spring)
Estimates for summer – optional, unless starting in the summer term
Total estimated cost of attendance for 12 months:
Evaluation
After all documents are received, the application will be evaluated. Bellevue University reserves the right to verify the authenticity of submitted documents at any time.
Students will be contacted via email with the admission decision.
For specific questions concerning the undergraduate or graduate program application, please contact Admissions, or phone 1.800.756.7920.
Send completed application requirements to:
Bellevue University
Attn: Admissions/International
1000 Galvin Road South
Bellevue, NE 68005
USA