Race & Ethnicity
Bethel University has a diverse student body with 26% students of color and 10% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
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
Gender Statistics
35% of total enrollment
53% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Bethel University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 59% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 11% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
59%
Traditional Age (18-21)
11%
Non-Traditional (25+)
11%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Bethel University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 10% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 76% in-state residents, 15% out-of-state students, and 10% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
76% of student body
15% of student body
10% of student body
States Represented
19 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
26%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
60%
Female Students
Global Reach
10%
International
Age Diversity
11%
Non-Traditional Age