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Bethel University

Mishawaka, IN·Private nonprofit·1,069 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

99%
Accept
1,069
Students
$19,726
Net Price
57%
Grad Rate
$42,800
Earnings
10 yr
$19,293
Debt

About This School

Bethel University is a private nonprofit institution located in Mishawaka, Indiana with approximately 1,069 undergraduate students enrolled. Bethel University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $19,726 per year. The graduation rate is 57%, and the typical graduate earns $42,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Bethel University may refer to:Bethel University (Indiana) Bethel University (Minnesota) Bethel University (Tennessee) Bethel University (Zambia) Former name of Shorter College (Arkansas)

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 99% acceptance rate and modest net price of ~$19,700/year make this accessible, but a 57% graduation rate means nearly half of students who start don't finish, which is a real concern worth discussing. Median earnings of $42,800 a decade out are modest, though the relatively low debt at graduation (~$19,300) helps keep the financial risk manageable. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, faith-based community and have a clear plan to stay enrolled, but ask hard questions about academic support before committing.

Founded
1886
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing19%
Health Professions16%
Education13%
Psychology5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Mathematics3%
Biological Sciences3%
Engineering2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Daisy BatesJames H. Cone

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1073
Reading 75th %ile600
Math 75th %ile590

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,320
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,320
Avg Net Price
$19,726
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants35%
Median debt at graduation$19,293

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
57%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
70%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,293
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,293
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.2x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White70%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,069 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Bethel University

1001 Bethel Circle

Mishawaka, IN 46545-5591

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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