12:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
Bethel University
Saint Paul, Minnesota
4,500
Students on Campus
Saint Paul
Location
3,690,261
Metro Population
4,500
Students on Campus
Saint Paul
Location
3,690,261
Metro Population
About This Campus
As a private, Christian university, Bethel equips students with excellent education and formative on-campus experiences. Bethel fuses transformative academics with a vibrant, Christ-guided community, empowering students to propel their lives forward and become who they are called to be. We educate and equip students to lead lives of impact through transformative academics in a Christ-centered community.
Bethel sports, including football, are a favorite pastime among students.
30 student-led clubs and organizations that fall into three categories: club sports, special interest clubs, and academic clubs
Helpful Information
As a Bethel student, you will have access to small class sizes and your NSE coordinator will assist you in registering for your courses. Bethel is a smaller campus which means there is more support and access to faculty and staff who are invested in your success!
The Covenant for Life Together reflects Bethel’s commitment to living as a Christ-centered learning community. All incoming students will be asked to review and commit to complying with Bethel's Covenant.
Location Information
Nestled in the heart of Minnesota, Bethel University provides students with a wealth of on and off-campus activities. Bethel's campus is just a 15 minute drive from downtown Minneapolis, and is conveniently located close to hiking trails and other local parks. You'll learn and grow a safe and serene campus tucked on 247 acres of wooded, lakeside property.
Academics
REGISTRATION:
TERM DATES:
Fall Start Date: 08/31/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/18/2026
Spring Start Date: 02/01/2027 - Spring End Date: 05/21/2027
CLOSED PROGRAMS:
Nursing
RESTRICTED/LIMITED PROGRAMS:
Business Education
OPTIONS:
Honors Access: Yes
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:
Limited
Closed
- Actuarial Science
- Art Therapy/Therapist
- Bible/Biblical Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Business Analytics
- Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services
- Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Chemistry
- Clinical Counseling and Applied Psychology
- Communication
- Computational Science
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Computer Software and Media Applications
- Counseling Psychology
- Education
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Engineering
- Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
- English Language and Literature
- Environmental Science
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology
- Finance
- History
- History and Political Science
- International Relations and Affairs
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mechanical Engineering
- Molecular Biology
- Neuroscience
- Organizational Communication
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science and Government
- Psychology
- Rehabilitation Science
- Social Work
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Special Education and Teaching
- Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
- VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
Conditions
GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
- General Eligibility Requirements
- 2.8 - GPA Required
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
- Full Year Exchange: Accepted
- Single Term Exchange: Accepted
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
- Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)? Will accept on Home
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
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- Receive from Canada: Will Accept Home Pay
- Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - No
Tuition/Finance
Figures per Semester are current as of 07/28/2026
TUITION:
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice
- Home Tuition Payment: Available
-
Away Tuition Payment: Not Available
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
- Home Payment: 18
Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Room/Meals
Figures per Semester are current as of 07/29/2026
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
- Is on-campus housing available? Yes
- Is on-campus living required? Yes
- Number of reserved housing spaces: 0
- Average Room Cost (per term): $3145
- On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
MEAL PLANS:
- Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
- Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
- Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $2800
- Campus Meal Plans
Fees are subject to change without notice.
Chance of Acceptance
Direct Placement for Spring 2027
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Limited
Direct placement is available for Spring 2027! Apply now and receive an immediate decision.
Away Tuition Payment Plan
N/A
Direct placement is not available for this payment plan during Spring 2027.
Priority Placements for Academic Year 27/28
If this is your top choice campus...
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Open
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!
Away Tuition Payment Plan
Closed
This campus is not accepting students on this tuition payment plan.
If this is your alternate choice campus...
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Open
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!
Away Tuition Payment Plan
Closed
This campus is not accepting students on this tuition payment plan.