Bethany College

Bethany College is moderately difficult to get into. The college admitted 70% of all applicants in 2012. Last year, 1,358 students applied to Bethany College and 952 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Bethany College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Bethany College Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Bethany College's admissions stats.

Bethany College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	7%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	28%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	80%
Waitlist	No

Bethany College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Bethany College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Bethany College?

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Bethany College does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Bethany College Admissions

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Transferring to Bethany College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Bethany College

Bethany College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Bethany College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Bethany College

What does Bethany College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Bethany College for more information on admission factors.

Bethany College Application Requirements

To apply to Bethany College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Bethany College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Bethany College?

Students admitted to Bethany College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 87% submitted a class rank. At Bethany College 7% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 25% were in the top 25% and 56% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Bethany College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Bethany College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Bethany College does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Bethany College is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2012, 28% of Bethany College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 80% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Bethany College students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 440 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Bethany College students scored 520 or higher, and 75% scored a 440 or higher.

To be most competitive at Bethany College, you should strive to earn between 18 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Bethany College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Bethany College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Bethany College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Bethany College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Bethany College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Bethany College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Bethany College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Bethany College.

Does Bethany College accept transfer credits?

✅ Bethany College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Bethany College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Bethany College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Bethany College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Bethany College?

✅ Bethany College is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Bethany College's acceptance rate?

✅ Bethany College's acceptance rate is 70%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Bethany College?

❌ Bethany College does not offer early decision.

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