Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
97.17%
SAT Average
1,035
ACT Range
16-24
Bethel University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 97.17%. This means approximately 972 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,671 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
97.17%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $18,168 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,168 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,270 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,803 | State avg: $15,202. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 31.14% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 38.55% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Bethel University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,168
Room and board
$10,537
Books and supplies
$1,288
Other expenses
$1,920
Fees and remainder
$357
Sticker price
$32,270
Average net price
$21,803
Average aid coverage
32%
$10,467 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Bethel University pays approximately $21,803 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Tennessee average of $15,202 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Bethel University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Tennessee and national averages.
Bethel University net price
$21,803
Tennessee average
$15,202
National average
$17,506
Bethel University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,168 and average net price at $21,803. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,168
Current net price
$21,803
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
34.90%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,482
Undergraduates
1,671
10-Year Median Earnings - Bethel University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Bethel University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Bethel University?
Undergraduates
1,671
Completion rate
34.90%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
31.14%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
38.55%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 31.14% of Bethel University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 38.55% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Bethel University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Bethel University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Bethel University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Bethel University is listed at 325 Cherry Ave, McKenzie, TN 38201. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Bethel University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel University | 97.17% | $18,168 | $21,803 | $47,482 |
| Vanderbilt University | 6.28% | $63,946 | $19,040 | $91,565 |
| Baptist Health Sciences University | 67.76% | $13,846 | $13,401 | $72,529 |
| Rhodes College | 49.68% | $54,892 | $25,060 | $66,651 |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $66,318 |
Similar Schools in McKenzie
This local cluster focuses on nearby McKenzie schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around McKenzie.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel University's acceptance rate?
Bethel University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 97.17%.
How much is Bethel University tuition?
Bethel University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,168.
What is Bethel University's average net price?
Bethel University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,803.
What does Bethel University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $22,495 for Bethel University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Bethel University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,482 for Bethel University.
Is Bethel University accredited?
Bethel University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Bethel University?
The local dataset lists 1,671 undergraduate students at Bethel University.
What percentage of Bethel University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Bethel University in the local dataset is 31.14%.
What is the federal loan rate at Bethel University?
The federal loan rate for Bethel University in the local dataset is 38.55%.
Where should I verify Bethel University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Bethel University or the latest official federal education data.