Bellevue University

Established in 1966, Belleview University is located in Belleview, Nebraska with 12 other campus locations in five different states. Belleview University offers a flexible education for working adults, with classes held on all 12 campuses and online. A pioneer in online education services, Belleview University was the first college in the US to offer an online Masters Degree program. Today, adult students can choose from a comprehensive list of studies for both undergraduate and graduate degrees, many offering accelerated degree completion. With Belleview University’s accelerated learning programs, a partially completed Bachelor’s Degree can be finished within 12 months!

General Information

  • Address:

    1000 Galvin Road South, Belleview, NE 68005

  • Tuition:

    $21,000 full-time; $350 per credit hour

  • Student to Faculty Ratio:

    22 to 1

  • Students Enrolled:

    About 9,5000; 58% part time, 42% full time

  • Student Services:

    Career counseling, academic tutoring, job placement, employment services

  • Financial Aid: Scholarships, grants, and loans are available for eligible students. 63% of students receive grants and 58% of students receive federal loans

Accreditation

  • Bellevue University is fully accredited through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The College of Business is additionally accredited by the International Assembly for Business Education.

Bellevue University offers online degrees at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate levels. About 9,500 students are currently enrolled at Bellevue University, but online classes are kept small to foster an active learning environment with individualized faculty attention. The college dedicates itself to efficient and cost-effective learning, team building, affordability, and active learning. An online degree promises flexible class schedules with year-round open enrollment and comprehensive learning with online class and faculty discussions.

Academics

Bellevue University offers traditional semester programs, cohort programs, and accelerated learning online. Students may complete an undergraduate degree in 4 years, 3 years, or as little as 12 months with transfer credits.

Student Retention

  • 38% full-time, 49% part-time

Graduation Rate

  • 13% graduate in 4 years, 21% graduate in 6 years, and 25% graduate in 8 years

Bellvue University offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees online in various concentrations of business, liberal arts, and technology.

Bachelor’s Degrees

Bachelor of Arts

  • Communication Arts
  • Leadership
  • Liberal Studies

Bachelor of Science

  • Accounting
  • Adult Education
  • Behavioral Science
  • Business
  • Business Administration
  • Business Analysis and Management
  • Computer Information Systems
  • Corrections Administration and Management
  • Criminal Justice Administration
  • Early Childhood Program Management
  • Gaming and Simulation
  • Healthcare Management
  • Human and Social Services Administration
  • Information Technology
  • Internal Security and Intelligence Studies
  • Investigations
  • Legal Studies
  • Logistics Management
  • Management
  • Management Information Systems
  • Management of Human Resources
  • Marketing Management
  • Organizational Systems Management
  • Project Management
  • Security Management
  • Software Development
  • Systems and Network Administration Program
  • Web Technologies

Master’s Degrees

Master of Arts

  • Human Services
  • Leadership
  • Managerial Communication

Master of Science

  • Acquisition and Contract Management
  • Clinical Counseling
  • Computer Information Systems
  • Cybersecurity
  • Instructional Design and Development
  • International Security and Intelligence Studies
  • Justice Administration and Crime Management
  • Management
  • Management of Information Systems
  • Organizational Performance
  • Security Management
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Healthcare Administration
  • Master of Public Administration

Doctorate Programs

  • Ph.D. in Human Capital Management

Bellevue University provides year-round open enrollment for all degree candidates. This means you can apply at any time of year whenever you’re ready to begin your degree program. Class registration is easy with a variety of options. Register through an advisor, visit one of the 12 campus locations to register in person, or register with a streamlined online process. No testing is required to qualify for Bellevue University’s undergraduate or graduate programs.

Admission Requirements

All prospective undergraduate students must

  • Complete and submit an Application for Admission with a $50 fee.
  • Submit official high school transcripts or GED transcripts
  • Submit transcripts from previously attended institutions if transferring from another college or university

All graduate program applicants must

  • Submit an Application for Admission with a $75 application fee
  • Have an undergraduate degree from an accredited 4-year institution
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
  • Have a 2.5 or higher GPA in the last 60 credit hours of their Bachelor’s degree
  • Letters of recommendation or essays may also be required for admission

Transfer Credits

Students transferring to Bellevue University with an Associate’s degree have met the core requirements for Accelerated Programs. Students transferring credits from a Bachelor’s degree have met the core general education requirements and need only complete coursework in their desired major. At least 21 credits in residency are required for graduation from Bellevue University.