Overview
Student Population
| Location | Jackson, Mississippi |
| Online | belhaven.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Jackson, Mississippi, Belhaven University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA) faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,380 prospective students applied, and 1,179 were granted admission. Of those admitted 284 enrolled in the school. 1,495 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,504 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $26,650 plus fees of $375. Belhaven University is ranked 696 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Belhaven University is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Belhaven University is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Belhaven University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#696 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#427 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Mississippi
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Mississippi
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Value Colleges in Mississippi
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 995/1135 |
| ACT | 19/23 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $650 |
| Other Fees | $375 |
| Room and Board | $8,800 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,475 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 40% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=175421 IPEDS survey data for Belhaven University.
Current students may use the Belhaven University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.