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Locations:
- Minnesota: St Paul
Bethel University was founded as a seminary in 1871. In 1914 it combined with a secondary academy to became a junior college. In 1947, a four-year liberal arts college was introduced, and in 2004 it was reorganized as Bethel University. Bethel University's main campus is located in Arden Hills, Minnesota. Arden Hills is a suburb of St. Paul, Minnesota's second largest city and state capital.
Bethel University's College of Adult and Professional Studies and Graduate School also conducts courses in eight other locations across the Twin Cities area. Bethel University's seminary has teaching centers in Arden Hills, San Diego, the Boston area, Philadelphia, New York City, and Metro D.C. Bethel serves a combined student population in excess of 5,500 students.
Bethel University's mission is boldly informed and motivated by the Christian faith. Bethel University strives to educate and energize men and women for excellence in leadership, scholarship, and service.
Bethel University ranked 13th among schools classified as "Best Universities – Master’s" in the Midwest, according to "America's Best Colleges 2006" released by U.S. News & World Report. Bethel is also listed in "Top Colleges for Top Students" by Peterson's Competitive Colleges and in "The Best Midwestern Colleges" by Princeton Review.
Bethel University is comprised of five schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School, the Bethel Seminary, the College of Adult and Professional Studies, and the School for Executive Leadership. These schools award certificates, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in more than 100 fields of study and prepare students for licensure in education and nursing.
Bethel University makes it easy for working adults, individuals who already have substantial work and life responsibilities, to obtain an education. Bethel University's College of Adult and Professional Studies offers accelerated degree programs for working adults. The College of Adult and Professional Studies offers evening and weekend classes that are held on the Bethel campus and at other convenient metro locations. This convenience makes it easy for individuals to obtain the education necessary to start a new career or to further an existing career.
Bethel University offers a full range of student services, including:
- Academic advising
- Career services
- Counseling services
- Disability services
- Health services
- Library services
- Residence life services
- Technology services
- Writing Center tutoring
For students who may require financial assistance to pay for their education at Bethel University, there are many alternatives available. Financing options for qualifying Bethel students include:
- Grants
- Loans
- Scholarships
- State aid
- Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits
- Work/study programs
Bethel University has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g., Direct Loans).
Bethel University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The United States Department of Education recognizes North Central Association of Colleges and Schools as a regional accrediting agency. Additional accreditations include:
- The Association of Theological Schools
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- The Teacher Education Accreditation Council
- The Council on Social Work Education at the undergraduate level
- The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
Bethel is approved by:
- The Minnesota Board of Teaching for teacher preparation programs leading to licensure
- The Minnesota Board of Nursing for nursing preparation
Bethel is a member of the Christian College Consortium, and the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Bethel is also a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and competes at the Division III level. It is also a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAC). It competes in 17 varsity sports.
Programs:
- Bachelor of Arts in Business Management
- Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management
- Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Certificate in Applied Organizational Leadership
- Doctor of Education in Educational Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Literacy
- Master of Arts in Communication
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
- Master of Arts in Gerontology
- Master of Arts in Literacy Education
- Master of Arts in Nursing
- Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Education in Education
- Parish Nursing
- School Nurse
Request info from Bethel University (no obligation):
Locations:
- Minnesota: St Paul
