Bethel University
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; median debt is moderately high. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Bethel University is a private nonprofit institution located in McKenzie, Tennessee with approximately 1,547 undergraduate students enrolled. Bethel University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 60%. The average net price after financial aid is $12,595 per year. The graduation rate is 35%, and the typical graduate earns $43,100 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 97% acceptance rate and relatively modest debt of $16,750 make it accessible, but a 35% graduation rate and 59% freshman retention rate suggest many students struggle to finish, which is a serious concern worth investigating before enrolling. Median earnings of $43,100 a decade out are modest, so you'll want a clear plan for how your specific program translates to a career. Worth considering only if you've visited campus, spoken to current students, and have a concrete reason this small Tennessee school fits your goals better than comparable options.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 24% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,547 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
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