Pietas Honors Program

In the honors program, you’ll complete advanced coursework that will help you get the most out of your academic experience.

The Pietas Honors Program at Bethel is a comprehensive liberal arts program designed for advanced study. You’ll be able to engage in independent research and leadership roles, developing a versatile skill set applicable to any career. You’ll develop strong relationships with scholars across all majors in your cohort and learn closely with faculty through research projects and colloquium activities.

The Pietas Program requires no extra credits, so you can complete your degree within a typical timeframe. You’ll also receive all the textbooks needed for your four Honors courses for free.

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Why Pietas?

Build community with your peers and work closely with professors on advanced projects you're passionate about.

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Program Structure

Progress through your honors studies alongside the coursework for your major.

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How to Apply

Learn more about the application process and when to apply.

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Student Projects

See the recent projects Honors Program students have done in partnership with faculty members. As an Honors student, you'll have opportunities to present your research projects to the Bethel community and beyond.

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Living Learning Community

First-year students have the option of being part of Honors Living Learning Community (LLC), designed for students who are intellectually curious, accomplished learners, united by a shared commitment to “love God with all their heart, soul, and mind, and to love their neighbors” (Matthew 22:37-39).