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Bethel University

Mishawaka, IN · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Admission rate
98%
Open
Average net price
$19,971
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
60%
Median earnings
$54,006
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Bethel University is a private nonprofit college in Mishawaka, IN with 1,008 undergraduates. It admits 98% of applicants, and admitted students average 1014 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $19,971 per year ($17,195 for families earning under $30,000). 60% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,006 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
98%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
833
Fall 2023
Admitted
822
Fall 2023
Yield
28%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing460–580
200800
SAT Math440–570
200800
ACT Composite16–24
136

What Bethel University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$46,091
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,380

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,195
  • $30–48k$23,275
  • $48–75k$16,985
  • $75–110k$21,132
  • $110k+$24,122

Get a personal estimate with Bethel University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
60%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$54,006
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,008
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
42%
  • White66%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black6%
  • Asian1%

Bethel University FAQ

What is Bethel University's acceptance rate?+

Bethel University admits 98% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Bethel University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 460–580 on SAT Reading and Writing and 440–570 on SAT Math; the average total is 1014.

What ACT score do you need for Bethel University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 16–24.

Is Bethel University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Bethel University?+

In Fall 2023, 833 students applied to Bethel University and 822 were admitted; 226 enrolled.

Does Bethel University consider legacy status?+

No. Bethel University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Bethel University require an essay?+

Bethel University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Bethel University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $46,091 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,971.

What is Bethel University's graduation rate?+

60% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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