Bethany College
Bethany College (Bethany) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Bethany, WV. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.
The Bethany's 2022 tuition & fees is $31,600. 100% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $33,067.
The school has a total enrollment of 576 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $44,200 and it varies by field of study.
Bethany ranked 127th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 4th in West Virginia Colleges rankings. Bethany College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Directory Information
| Address | 31 E Campus Dr, Bethany, WV 26032 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 304-829-7000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Bethany College are $31,600. For graduate programs, its 2022 graduate school tuition and fees are $11,200.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $32,379 based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,806.
| Undergraduate | $31,600 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $11,200 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| Undergraduate | $32,379 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $13,806 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Bethany College is 73.55% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 9.00%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 990.
The average graduation rate is 43%. Total 576 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $44,200. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Speech Communication and Rhetoric program shows the highest salary with $24,900 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 73.55% Acceptance Rate / 9.00% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 990 SAT / 22 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 43% |
| Retention Rate | 75%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9.09% (11 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 576 (569 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $33,067 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $44,200 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $24,900 - $24,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Bethany College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Bethany provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Bethany. Bethany College is religiously affiliated with Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 750. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,480.
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 750 |
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