Saint Paul, MN

Bethel University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Bethel University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Saint Paul, MN.
It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification.
Bethel University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

88% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 1,754 applied, 1,540 accepted, and 415 enrolled in Bethel.
198 men and 217 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,230 SAT, 26 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,230 and ACT score is 26. The SAT score of 1230 is good, 81 to 86 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total119012301300
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing610640650
Math580590650
ACT Score
Composite222628
Math222528
English202429
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $44,226 for undergraduate programs and $10,260 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.02% compared to last year at Bethel University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

1,909 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $23,759.
For freshmen, 436 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $25,924.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 3,603 students enrolled Bethel in 2025.
By gender, 1,432 men and 2,171 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,755 undergraduate and 848 graduate students.
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111 Major Programs

  • 29 programs through online
  • 27 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Bethel is 71%.
The retention rate is 86% for full-time and 86% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
86%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 395 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Bethel and the average faculty salary is $74,852. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 778 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $59,569.
Number of Faculties
395
Average Faculty Salary
$74,852
Number of Staffs
778
Average Staff Salary
$59,569

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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