Bethany Global University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. 59% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Bethany Global University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bloomington, Minnesota with approximately 81 undergraduate students enrolled. Bethany Global University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 93%. The average net price after financial aid is $37,790 per year. The graduation rate is 56%.
Bethany Global University is a private Evangelical Christian university in Bloomington, Minnesota. Its primary focus is on training missionaries and it was founded in 1948. It was one of nine work colleges in the United States until 2024 when it moved to a fully online format.
The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 56% freshman retention rate and 61% graduation rate suggest a meaningful portion of students don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. That said, median debt at graduation is just $11,598, which is impressively low, and the school's tight mission focus on global ministry makes it a genuinely strong fit for students committed to that specific calling. Worth considering if that purpose-driven path aligns with your goals, but less compelling as a general Christian university option.
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