Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Mishawaka, Indiana |
| Online | bethelcollege.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Missionary Church Inc |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Bethel College Mishawaka (now Bethel University) is a private Christian liberal arts institution located in Mishawaka, Indiana, situated approximately 90 miles east of Chicago in the St. Joseph River Valley. The campus, established in 1947 by the Missionary Church, encompasses 75 acres of suburban grounds featuring a mix of modern and traditional brick buildings. As a faith-based institution, Bethel integrates Christian principles throughout its academic programs, with notable offerings in nursing, education, business, and ministry studies. The university maintains a selective admission process and requires students to adhere to a lifestyle covenant, with most undergraduates living in one of the campus's residential facilities. Bethel competes in the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) as the Pilots, primarily participating in the Crossroads League.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Bethel College-Mishawaka is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Bethel College Mishawaka within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#840 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#523 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#18 in Best Private Colleges in Indiana
#61 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1190 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.46 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,260 |
| Other Fees | $580 |
| Room and Board | $10,560 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,680 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,820 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 33% |
| Health Professions | 15% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 13% |
| Education | 10% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025