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Private 4 Year

Bethany College

Lindsborg, Kansas

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Overview

Enrollment

744
Bethany College overview
Location Lindsborg, Kansas
Online bethanylb.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Remote Town
Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Bethany College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Bethany College, located in Lindsborg, Kansas, is a small liberal arts college founded in 1881 with roots in the Lutheran tradition. The campus showcases Swedish-influenced architecture, reflecting the town's cultural heritage, and is situated approximately 20 minutes south of Salina, offering a blend of rural tranquility and access to urban amenities. Bethany College provides residential facilities to accommodate its student body and is known for fostering a close-knit campus community. With a selection process that is moderately selective, the college offers a variety of undergraduate programs, with notable emphasis on fine arts and education. Although Bethany College does not have an extensive profile in intercollegiate athletics, it competes in the NAIA as the Swedes.

In the most recent statistical year 3,521 prospective students applied, and 2,325 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 259 enrolled in the school.  678 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 66 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $29,200 plus fees of $2,105.

Ratings

3/10

Overall

3/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

3/10

Outcomes

1/10

Value

Bethany College is rated within the lower 29% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Getting In

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
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SAT 883/1020
ACT 15/22
GPA 3.16

Applications Accepted

66% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$29,200
Costs for Bethany College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$915
Other Fees$2,105
Room and Board $13,076
Budget for Other Expenses$7,218
Total One Year Cost$52,514

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$43,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

42% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Bethany College students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 26%
Education 18%
Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 11%
Biology 10%
Social Sciences 8%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024