Bethel College-North Newton
About Bethel College-North Newton
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas, is a small liberal arts college founded by Mennonite settlers on the plains, and the oldest Mennonite college in the country. Business, kinesiology, nursing and psychology are its largest programs.
Founded
1887
Location
North Newton, Kansas
Students
504
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
93.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
41.1%
Below national average
Tuition
$35,014
Per year
Avg Net Price
$32,917
After financial aid
SAT Average
1015
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$49,898
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Bethel College-North Newton accepts the majority of applicants at 93.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1015/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Average: 22 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
61.9%
4-Year Grad
33%
6-Year Grad
47%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
57.4%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 33% graduation rate is below average, but 61.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$35,014
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,866
Books & Supplies
$1,432
Total Cost of Attendance
$52,193
After Financial Aid
$32,917
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$35,147
Receive Grants
40.6%
Take Loans
70.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $52,193/yr, including $10,866 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $32,917.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Bethel College-North Newton fund their education.
While in School
40.6%
Get Grants
Free money
70.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$42,987
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$254/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bethel College-North Newton.
Gender
49.4%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
504
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
34.4%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
1.6%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 34.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
504
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bethel College-North Newton fields 11 varsity teams with 424 student athletes, about 84% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
Kansas
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
424
84% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
241
Men
183
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Bethel College-North Newtonearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,898
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$35K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
10 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
9 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
7 grads
Biology, General
—
6 grads
Social Work
—
6 grads
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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