Bethany College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Bethany, West Virginia with 614 undergraduates. It admits 59% of applicants, costs an average of $22,129 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Bethany College acceptance rate and admissions
Bethany College admitted 59% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Bethany College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $38,896 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,744 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $54,890 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,129 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,129 a year after grants and scholarships, $32,761 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Bethany College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Bethany College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,672 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 54% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Bethany College majors and what graduates earn
Bethany College awarded bachelor's degrees in 27 fields recently.
All 27 majors at Bethany College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 13 | n/a | n/a | $26,000 |
| Teacher education by subject | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International/Globalization Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical Sciences, General | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Bethany College
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 614 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 41% women, 59% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Bethany College?
Bethany College admitted 59% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Bethany College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $38,896. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,129 a year in 2024-25.
Is Bethany College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Bethany College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Bethany College?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Bethany College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,672 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.