Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bethany, West Virginia |
| Online | bethanywv.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, Bethany College occupies a historic 1,300-acre campus in the small town of Bethany, situated 40 miles southwest of Pittsburgh. Founded in 1840 by Alexander Campbell, Bethany stands as the oldest degree-granting institution in West Virginia and maintains its affiliation with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The campus features Gothic-style architecture, including Old Main, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Bethany operates as a residential liberal arts college, with science, psychology, education, and communications among its primary academic programs. The college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bethany Bison, fielding teams in 22 varsity sports.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Bethany College is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 870/1110 |
| ACT | 18/26 |
| GPA | 2.85 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,920 |
| Room and Board | $11,900 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,340 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 15% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Communication | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Human Services | 8% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=237181 IPEDS survey data for Bethany College.
Current students may use the Bethany College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024