Bethel University
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 57%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Bethel University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 51% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 38th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IN wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Bethel University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $68,848 | $73,384 | -17% | #914 of 966 | #873 | $26,779 |
| Business/Commerce | — | $68,689 | +0% | #84 of 271 | #54 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $50,112 | $58,731 | -14% | #844 of 1176 | #720 | $21,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $47,387 | $53,186 | +3% | #119 of 345 | #72 | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | $33,596 | $53,152 | +5% | #25 of 63 | #17 | $25,434 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $26,799 | $48,243 | -12% | #468 of 610 | #398 | $24,625 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $31,754 | $45,366 | -15% | #378 of 476 | #350 | $22,886 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $44,583 | $45,222 | -5% | #474 of 680 | #401 | $27,000 |
| Human Services | — | $38,515 | -21% | #88 of 94 | #87 | $31,228 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | $31,046 | $37,149 | -13% | #23 of 29 | #24 | $23,125 |
| American Sign Language | $35,783 | — | — | — | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Bethel University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $221,527
- Avg rent near campus: $1,267/mo — vs ~$551/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 46613 (8.2% cap, South Bend)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $32,740 | $32,740 |
| Room | $4,960 | |
| Board | $5,600 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $46,820 | $46,820 |
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Programs & Career Paths
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Careers that graduates from Bethel University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology