Work alongside nationally recognized faculty who will empower you to leverage your strengths and lead with confidence.
Get hands-on, real-life experience through research, community service, and internships so that you’re prepared for what’s next.
Think critically about your convictions so that you can remain rooted in your beliefs while rising to meet the world’s challenges.
At Bethel, you’ll learn under passionate, engaged professors—many with Ivy League credentials—who will support you, challenge you, and collaborate with you on everything from high-level research to national conference presentations.
Whether you’re rolling up your sleeves in our cadaver lab or connecting over a cup of coffee after class, our faculty will encourage you to pursue your passions and map out a path toward the career you’ve always wanted.
99%
recent grads are employed or in graduate school
Top 12%
best colleges for your money
- Money Magazine100+
internship sites at companies like NASA, Medtronic, and 3M
We offer more than 100 areas of study for undergrads, as well as programs for adult undergrad, graduate, and seminary students. Enter a career or area of interest to find and compare majors, programs, certificates, and licenses.
Some of the best learning comes from doing. That’s why we weave hundreds of hands-on experiences into our programs—like collaborative research, internships, study abroad, and service learning, to name a few.
Whether you’re a computer science student designing a corporate website or an aspiring nurse participating in end-of-life simulations, you’ll take your learning beyond the classroom so that you’re prepared to be as impressive in practice as you are on paper.
99%
incoming students who receive financial aid
$70k
median salary for recent CAPS graduates
30+
study abroad destinations
Biology and psychology students collaborated with researchers at Boston University to advance modern science’s understanding and treatment of memory loss.
Our business and finance students manage a $1 million investment fund for both institutional and outside investors.
In a collaborative project, art and journalism students traveled abroad to produce a national award-winning cultural magazine.
Students across the arts and sciences conduct research with faculty advisers, and many present their findings at conference locally and nationwide.
Journalism students rack up hands-on leadership experience while helping local fourth- and fifth-graders create their first school newspaper.
A rare opportunity in undergraduate education, science students study human anatomy—along with faith and ethics—in Bethel’s on-campus cadaver lab.
Beyond academics, there's something that draws Bethel students together. It's a sense of calling, a commitment to shared values, and a deep desire to fulfill a greater purpose.
You’ll be challenged to think critically about your convictions and consider some of life’s most difficult questions from a Christian perspective. And when you take your place in our increasingly diverse world, you’ll know what it means to own your faith and live for something more.
70%
recent alumni volunteer their time to charitable causes
68%
recent alumni hold leadership roles in their work, church, or community
85%
alumni active in faith community
Here, attending Chapel is a choice. Three times a week, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from campus pastors and renowned speakers.
Our Shift ministry will invest in your spiritual development and help you build community on your freshman floor while you transition to college life.
Our Sunday evening Vespers services, led entirely by student vocalists and instrumentalists who are passionate about ministering through music.
My faith grew immensely during my time at Bethel, in part from being surrounded by so many wonderful friends and mentors who encouraged me to dig deeper. I have been challenged to ask more difficult questions while reconciling my faith with a world filled with so much injustice. Entering into dialogue with others about the messiness in life has really led me to grow closer to God.
Katie Cudo '19My college experience not only gave me the knowledge I needed to pursue a career in medicine, but also provided me with opportunities to gain real-life skills that increased my confidence as both a researcher and a Christian. Having this experience in a Christian environment allowed me to learn with others who share similar core values and reminded me that faith can exist in every aspect of our lives.
Hannah Manion '18
Tucked serenely into the woods of Arden Hills, our waterfront campuses are just 15 minutes north of the Twin Cities. Come and experience our vibrant community for yourself—we’d love to show you around.
Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr.—senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Glenarden and former Bethel board member—was the speaker at spring commencement, where he was also awarded the fourth Presidential Medal of Honor in Bethel’s history for his exemplary leadership and service in advancing the cause of Christ.
June 25, 2019 | Noon
As a former foster youth and Bethel alum, Alison Penner Rahn ’01 is an anomaly. Research shows only 3% of children in foster care graduate from college. For Penner Rahn, it was the love and support of her community that made the difference—and now she works to emulate that support for youth in foster care as president of nonprofit Minneapolis Angels.
June 24, 2019 | 9:45 a.m.
Five coaches share their reasons for coaching at Bethel, their goals, and what they hope student athletes learn through sports.
June 21, 2019 | 3 p.m.
June 20, 2019 | 9 a.m.
June 07, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.
June 04, 2019 | 3 p.m.
JUNE 24 2019
Bethel University Girls Basketball Overnight Camp (Grades 5-12)
RC Gym
Join us this summer for Bethel University's unique approach to sports camps! We offer camps for players entering Grades 5-12 of all skill levels - from those with very little experience to those who are top athletes on their high school teams.
JUNE 27 2019
Minnesota Private College Week
9:30 a.m. CLC Lobby
Interested in learning more about Bethel? Join us for Minnesota Private College Week to receive an overview of all that contributes to excellence at Bethel.
JUNE 27 2019
Minnesota Private College Week
2 p.m. CLC Lobby
Interested in learning more about Bethel? Join us for Minnesota Private College Week to receive an overview of all that contributes to excellence at Bethel.
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