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Bethel University

Bethel

McKenzie, Tennessee 38201

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Bethel University is a private town institution in McKenzie, Tennessee. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1035.

A small campus of 1.7K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,482 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,803.

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97%Acceptance
1035SAT Avg
1,671Students
17:1Student:Faculty
35%Grad Rate
$47,482Earnings 10yr
$21,803Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Bethel University 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 Rate97.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1035

Reading & WritingMid: 495
300525
MathMid: 497
325575

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 18
1624

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

97.2%

Trend

SAT Avg

1035

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$18,168
Room & Board$10,537
Books & Supplies$1,288
Total Cost of Attendance$32,270
Average Net Price$21,803
Median Debt at Graduation$27,249
Monthly Payment (10yr)$289

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$22,495
$30–48K$21,013
$48–75K$21,838
$75–110K$21,825
$110K+$19,450

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

61.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$16,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

10

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (62)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

59%

Negative
  • •59% 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
1,671
Gender Split
44% / 56%
Women / Men
First Generation
51%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%

Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Black 30%
Hispanic 5%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate34.9%
Freshman Retention59.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$38,990
10 Years$47,482

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

ORD Chicago O'Hare91 mi
MKE Milwaukee123 mi
IND Indianapolis136 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA777 mi · ~22h 27m drive
New York, NY637 mi · ~18h 24m drive
Hartford, CT697 mi · ~20h 8m drive
Providence, RI761 mi · ~21h 59m drive
Albany, NY640 mi · ~18h 29m drive
Syracuse, NY521 mi · ~15h 3m drive
Rochester, NY449 mi · ~12h 58m drive
Buffalo, NY383 mi · ~11h 4m drive
Philadelphia, PA589 mi · ~17h 1m drive
Pittsburgh, PA334 mi · ~9h 39m drive
Harrisburg, PA495 mi · ~14h 18m drive
Newark, NJ628 mi · ~18h 9m drive
Washington, DC519 mi · ~15h drive
Baltimore, MD530 mi · ~15h 19m drive
Atlanta, GA557 mi · ~16h 5m drive
Charlotte, NC531 mi · ~15h 20m drive
Raleigh, NC576 mi · ~16h 38m drive
Miami, FL1152 mi · ~33h 17m drive
Orlando, FL947 mi · ~27h 21m drive
Tampa, FL972 mi · ~28h 5m drive
Nashville, TN382 mi · ~11h 2m drive
New Orleans, LA839 mi · ~24h 14m drive
Richmond, VA546 mi · ~15h 46m drive
Chicago, IL75 mi · ~2h 10m drive
Detroit, MI168 mi · ~4h 51m drive
Minneapolis, MN422 mi · ~12h 11m drive
St. Louis, MO299 mi · ~8h 38m drive
Kansas City, MO476 mi · ~13h 45m drive
Indianapolis, IN132 mi · ~3h 49m drive
Columbus, OH205 mi · ~5h 55m drive
Cleveland, OH233 mi · ~6h 44m drive
Milwaukee, WI128 mi · ~3h 42m drive
Dallas, TX846 mi · ~24h 26m drive
Houston, TX970 mi · ~28h 1m drive
Austin, TX1017 mi · ~29h 23m drive
San Antonio, TX1091 mi · ~31h 31m drive
Los Angeles, CA1814 mi · ~52h 24m drive
San Francisco, CA1929 mi · ~55h 44m drive
San Diego, CA1802 mi · ~52h 3m drive
Seattle, WA1806 mi · ~52h 10m drive
Portland, OR1829 mi · ~52h 50m drive
Denver, CO991 mi · ~28h 38m drive
Phoenix, AZ1520 mi · ~43h 55m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1332 mi · ~38h 29m drive
Honolulu, HI4324 mi · ~124h 55m 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

Chicago O'Hare (ORD)91 miles
Rental car
137 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
182 min$109-182
Milwaukee (MKE)123 miles
Rental car
185 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
246 min$148-246

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