Bethany University
800 Bethany Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Description
Located in one of the most naturally stunning regions in the nation, Bethany University in Scotts Valley (part of Santa Cruz County, California) educates future Biblical scholars as well as academics and future professionals who are committed to Christian faith and scripture.
Undergraduate and Graduate degrees are awarded in Theology, Graphic Arts and Design, Business Administration, Music, and Information Technology. Additional degrees awarded exclusively at the graduate level include a Master’s of Ministry and Doctorate of Divinity.
While the Bible is the primary focus and foundation of any academic pursuit at Bethany, the school also provides professional experience opportunities through internships and the like in recognition of the competitive workforce.
Bethany awards financial aid based on academic performance and/or financial need to those who qualify.
Academic performance, service and extracurricular activities, honors and awards, one’s personal essay, and recommendation letters from pastors and former teachers are all taken into consideration when evaluating a candidate for potential admission.
Quick Facts
Location
Southwest
Setting
Small Town Setting
Type
Private
Affiliation
Assemblies of God Church
Size
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Nickname
Bethany
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
In-State Tuition
$18,250
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,250
Selectivity
Highly Selective
Enrollment
503
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 430
- Freshman Class
- 79
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 503
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 85%
- Graduate
- 15%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 96%
- Part-Time
- 4%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 55%
- Men
- 45%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 8%
- Asian
- 4%
- Caucasian
- 61%
- Latino
- 17%
- Other
- 10%
International Students
- International
- 1%
- Domestic
- 99%
