Bellevue University is a private, non-profit university in Bellevue, Nebraska. It opened in 1966 and from the outset has focused on providing adult education and educational outreach. As of 2011, 80% of its undergraduates were aged 25 and over. The university has over 10,000 students enrolled in a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. 

Bellevue University now has over 10,000 students and numerous undergraduate and graduate programs. There are programs that are accelerated, cohort-based, in-class, and online. The school offers numerous bachelor's and master's degree programs, a Doctorate of Business Administration, and a Ph.D. in Human Capital Management. Bellevue University’s online bachelor's degrees are among the top ten in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.

The university is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). Business degrees at Bellevue University are accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. The university also offers a Masters of Science degree in Clinical Counseling accredited by the Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)