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Bethel College-North Newton

North Newton, Kansas 67117-1716

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Bethel College-North Newton is a private institution in North Newton with particular strength in business and health sciences.

A small campus of 499 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,898 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,392.

Established
1887
Mascot
Thresher
Type
Private college
Conference
National Association of

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96%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
499Students
11:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$49,898Earnings 10yr
$24,392Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Bethel College-North Newton Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate95.7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

95.7%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$34,002
Room & Board$10,330
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$47,672
Average Net Price$24,392
Median Debt at Graduation$24,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$254

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$25,905
$30–48K$22,911
$48–75K$21,747
$75–110K$22,800
$110K+$24,435

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

29.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (25)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

60%

Negative
  • •60% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
499
Gender Split
46% / 54%
Women / Men
First Generation
34%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%

Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Black 17%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 2%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate43.1%
Freshman Retention60.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$40,808
10 Years$49,898

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City165 mi
OKC Oklahoma City186 mi
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth358 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1412 mi · ~40h 47m drive
New York, NY1256 mi · ~36h 17m drive
Hartford, CT1327 mi · ~38h 20m drive
Providence, RI1392 mi · ~40h 13m drive
Albany, NY1277 mi · ~36h 53m drive
Syracuse, NY1161 mi · ~33h 32m drive
Rochester, NY1090 mi · ~31h 29m drive
Buffalo, NY1023 mi · ~29h 33m drive
Philadelphia, PA1195 mi · ~34h 31m drive
Pittsburgh, PA941 mi · ~27h 11m drive
Harrisburg, PA1104 mi · ~31h 54m drive
Newark, NJ1247 mi · ~36h 1m drive
Washington, DC1097 mi · ~31h 41m drive
Baltimore, MD1119 mi · ~32h 20m drive
Atlanta, GA783 mi · ~22h 37m drive
Charlotte, NC934 mi · ~26h 59m drive
Raleigh, NC1043 mi · ~30h 8m drive
Miami, FL1313 mi · ~37h 56m drive
Orlando, FL1130 mi · ~32h 39m drive
Tampa, FL1108 mi · ~32h 1m drive
Nashville, TN596 mi · ~17h 13m drive
New Orleans, LA698 mi · ~20h 10m drive
Richmond, VA1085 mi · ~31h 21m drive
Chicago, IL577 mi · ~16h 40m drive
Detroit, MI809 mi · ~23h 22m drive
Minneapolis, MN521 mi · ~15h 3m drive
St. Louis, MO389 mi · ~11h 14m drive
Kansas City, MO165 mi · ~4h 46m drive
Indianapolis, IN612 mi · ~17h 41m drive
Columbus, OH780 mi · ~22h 32m drive
Cleveland, OH862 mi · ~24h 54m drive
Milwaukee, WI602 mi · ~17h 23m drive
Dallas, TX367 mi · ~10h 36m drive
Houston, TX585 mi · ~16h 54m drive
Austin, TX540 mi · ~15h 36m drive
San Antonio, TX601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Los Angeles, CA1197 mi · ~34h 35m drive
San Francisco, CA1363 mi · ~39h 23m drive
San Diego, CA1173 mi · ~33h 53m drive
Seattle, WA1418 mi · ~40h 58m drive
Portland, OR1395 mi · ~40h 18m drive
Denver, CO427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
Phoenix, AZ884 mi · ~25h 32m drive
Salt Lake City, UT797 mi · ~23h 1m drive
Honolulu, HI3744 mi · ~108h 10m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)165 miles
Rental car
248 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
330 min$198-330
Oklahoma City (OKC)186 miles
Rental car
279 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
372 min$223-372

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