Is Bethel University worth it?
Bethel University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Saint Paul, Minnesota (large suburb). It awarded 974 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, registered nursing and special education and teaching.
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Federal context for Bethel University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$50,679
Median earnings 4 years after
$70,633
Median earnings 10 years after
$63,764
Average net price
$28,556
Completion rate
71%
Completions (2024)
974
Years to pay back
1.6 years
Students (undergrad)
1,871
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $75,371 | $87,511 | 145 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $55,704 | $77,059 | 129 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $40,019 | $53,868 | 62 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | Master's | $46,813 | $54,390 | 55 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $45,361 | $47,556 | 52 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Master's | $109,260 | $124,673 | 41 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | Master's | $45,641 | $38,749 | 32 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $88,351 | $96,278 | 29 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Master's | $58,506 | $67,614 | 28 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $43,639 | $51,866 | 27 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $37,924 | $58,005 | 25 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,060 | $55,370 | 25 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $86,239 | $112,698 | 24 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Master's | $82,192 | $90,134 | 24 |
| Education, General | Master's | $57,694 | $59,738 | 22 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 118 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 89 |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | Master's | 40 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 40 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 34 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 34 |
| Physician Associate/Assistant | Master's | 32 |
| Divinity/Ministry | Master's | 27 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 26 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 25 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30% | 4,009 |
| Educational Services | 22% | 2,970 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 993 |
| Finance and Insurance | 7% | 938 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 843 |
| Retail Trade | 4% | 549 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 478 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 3% | 442 |
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Sources: federal figures for Bethel University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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