Admissions Overview
The admission process at Bethel University has a 72% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Bethel University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
72%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
2,199
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
28%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Bethel University has a 72% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Bethel University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Work Experience
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Bethel University. About 44% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 28.
ACT Scores
44% of students submitted1
36
20 – 28
1
36
19 – 28
1
36
18 – 27
Admission Statistics
2,199 students applied to Bethel. Of those, 72% were accepted (1,594 students). Of these 1,594 accepted students, 445 chose to enroll.
2,199
Total Applicants
1,594
Students Admitted
445
Students Enrolled
72%
Acceptance Rate