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Bethesda University

Anaheim, California 92801

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Bethesda University is a private urban institution in Anaheim, California. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 212 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

18% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $8,388.

Established
1976
Motto
Gateway to the World
Type
Private
Division
Division I

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
212Students
11:1Student:Faculty
18%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$8,388Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Bethesda 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$7,220
Books & Supplies$400
Total Cost of Attendance$11,766
Average Net Price$8,388
Median Debt at Graduation$9,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$95

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$7,543
$30–48K$8,387
$110K+$11,766

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

84.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$7,648

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (22)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

55%

Negative
  • •55% 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
212
Gender Split
31% / 69%
Women / Men
First Generation
49%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 8%
Black 18%
Hispanic 19%
Asian 3%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 43%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate18.2%
Freshman Retention54.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,397

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

More About This School

Varsity Sports

BasketballSoccerSoccer hasBasketball became

Source: Wikipedia

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

LAX Los Angeles28 mi
SAN San Diego88 mi
LAS Las Vegas221 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2582 mi · ~74h 35m drive
New York, NY2436 mi · ~70h 22m drive
Hartford, CT2501 mi · ~72h 15m drive
Providence, RI2566 mi · ~74h 8m drive
Albany, NY2444 mi · ~70h 36m drive
Syracuse, NY2323 mi · ~67h 7m drive
Rochester, NY2250 mi · ~65h drive
Buffalo, NY2185 mi · ~63h 7m drive
Philadelphia, PA2378 mi · ~68h 42m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2122 mi · ~61h 18m drive
Harrisburg, PA2286 mi · ~66h 2m drive
Newark, NJ2427 mi · ~70h 7m drive
Washington, DC2283 mi · ~65h 57m drive
Baltimore, MD2304 mi · ~66h 34m drive
Atlanta, GA1918 mi · ~55h 25m drive
Charlotte, NC2101 mi · ~60h 42m drive
Raleigh, NC2219 mi · ~64h 6m drive
Miami, FL2317 mi · ~66h 56m drive
Orlando, FL2180 mi · ~62h 59m drive
Tampa, FL2132 mi · ~61h 35m drive
Nashville, TN1763 mi · ~50h 56m drive
New Orleans, LA1652 mi · ~47h 43m drive
Richmond, VA2270 mi · ~65h 35m drive
Chicago, IL1734 mi · ~50h 6m drive
Detroit, MI1971 mi · ~56h 56m drive
Minneapolis, MN1517 mi · ~43h 49m drive
St. Louis, MO1575 mi · ~45h 30m drive
Kansas City, MO1344 mi · ~38h 50m drive
Indianapolis, IN1795 mi · ~51h 51m drive
Columbus, OH1963 mi · ~56h 43m drive
Cleveland, OH2036 mi · ~58h 49m drive
Milwaukee, WI1734 mi · ~50h 6m drive
Dallas, TX1221 mi · ~35h 16m drive
Houston, TX1352 mi · ~39h 3m drive
Austin, TX1206 mi · ~34h 50m drive
San Antonio, TX1182 mi · ~34h 9m drive
Los Angeles, CA23 mi · ~40 min drive
San Francisco, CA370 mi · ~10h 41m drive
San Diego, CA90 mi · ~2h 36m drive
Seattle, WA978 mi · ~28h 15m drive
Portland, OR845 mi · ~24h 25m drive
Denver, CO823 mi · ~23h 47m drive
Phoenix, AZ339 mi · ~9h 48m drive
Salt Lake City, UT582 mi · ~16h 49m drive
Honolulu, HI2575 mi · ~74h 23m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot 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

Los Angeles (LAX)28 miles
Rental car
42 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
56 min$34-56
San Diego (SAN)88 miles
Rental car
132 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
176 min$106-176

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