Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Saint Paul, Minnesota |
| Online | bethel.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Bethel University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,050 prospective students applied, and 1,818 were granted admission. Of those admitted 504 enrolled in the school. 2,466 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,265 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $39,920 plus fees of $160. Bethel University is ranked 248 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Bethel University is rated within the top 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Bethel University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#248 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#180 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Minnesota
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Minnesota
#304 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Value Colleges in Minnesota
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1123/1343 |
| ACT | 20/28 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,290 |
| Other Fees | $160 |
| Room and Board | $11,150 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,780 |
| Total One Year Cost | $55,300 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 24% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Education | 10% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Psychology | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=173160 IPEDS survey data for Bethel University.
Current students may use the Bethel University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.