Bethel University
McKenzie, TN, USA
Founded in 1842, Bethel University is a private institution based in rural McKenzie, Tennessee. The school operates campuses around the state in Jackson, Nashville, Paris, Clarksville, Chattanooga, and Memphis. It is closely affiliated with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Noted programs at Bethel University include business, criminal justice and safety studies, and homeland security.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
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Not for Profit
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Cumberland Presbyterian
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
In-State Students
84%
Out-Of-State Students
18%
72%
Submitting ACT
7%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 17
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 984
0
1600
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
4,011
Total Number of Undergrads
3,446
Classroom Sizes
2-19 Students
67%
20-39 Students
27%
40-99 Students
5%
0
100
20%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
32%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. |
$16,871
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Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. |
$16,871
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Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
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$13,446
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Books and Supplies |
$1200
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Aid & Grants
0
100
89%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
40%
Average Aid Per Year
$15,732
40%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,598
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$9,494
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
73%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,786
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$279
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Male
Female
47%
US National: 44%
53%
US National: 56%
Student Organizations
17
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
26%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wildcats
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-South Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
No
Campus emergency phones
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Jackson
Memphis
Clarksville
Chattanooga
Knoxville
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
48%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,100
What Students Are Saying
This university is a great choice for traditional and adult learners. They provide personal attention to each student. This school's goal is that you possess an education that will be beneficial in the future.
Danesa from Clarksville, TN
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Bethel University