Bethel University Demographics & Diversity Overview

25%
Minority Students
60%
Female Students
9%
International
19
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Bethel University has a diverse student body with 25% students of color and 9% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
73.2%(809)
Hispanic
11.5%(127)
African American
8.1%(89)
Asian
2.0%(22)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%(2)
Two or More Races
4.3%(48)
Unknown
0.7%(8)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color25%
Total Enrollment1,292
International Students9%

Cultural Engagement

Bethel University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Bethel University has a gender distribution of 60% female students and 40% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
40.0%(472)
Women
60.0%(709)

Gender Statistics

Men472

37% of total enrollment

Women709

55% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Bethel University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

9%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Bethel University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 9% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 68% in-state residents, 24% out-of-state students, and 9% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
67.6%(167)
Out-of-State
23.9%(59)
International
8.5%(21)

Regional Representation

In-State167

68% of student body

Out-of-State59

24% of student body

International21

9% of student body

States Represented

19 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

25%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

60%

Female Students

Global Reach

9%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age