Bethel University

Bethel University Overview

Bethel University is a private, religious school in a suburban setting in Mishawaka, Indiana. Bethel University was founded in 1947 and the school enrolls around 1,339 students per year, which includes 1,170 undergrads. Bethel University ensures housing for up to 751 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 50% of students spend their weekends on campus.

📆 Mark your calendar! August 15, 2023 is the final deadline to submit an application for the Fall 2023 semester.

Student Involvement at Bethel University

Are you interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Bethel University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Bethel University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Bethel University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Bethel University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Bethel University on the Student Life page.

2022 Bethel University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	98%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.5
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	50%
Tuition	$31,480
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$24,165

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Is Bethel University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a better view of what Bethel University offers and if the college seems like the right college for you.

Bethel University Acceptance Rate 2022

It is not difficult to get into Bethel University. The acceptance rate at Bethel University is 98%. Last year, 1,247 students applied to Bethel University and 1,221 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Bethel University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Around 72% of students who start at Bethel University return the next year. Bethel Universityhas a six year graduation rate of 64 for undergrads. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Bethel University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Bethel University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Bethel University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Bethel University's endowment was $11.4 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $9,273 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Bethel University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

First-year students that attend Bethel University full-time are awarded $24,165 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2022 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $32,067 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Bethel University.

Based on this information, how does Bethel University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Bethel University a good school for you?

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Where is Bethel University?

Bethel University is located in the suburban setting of Mishawaka, Indiana.

If you would like to see Bethel University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 80 to Mishawaka, or book a flight to the nearest airport, South Bend International.

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