Bethesda University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Anaheim, California with 205 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $10,963 a year after grants and graduates 19% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Bethesda University acceptance rate and admissions
Bethesda University has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Bethesda University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $7,220 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,262 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $10,963 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $10,963 a year after grants and scholarships, $5,299 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):
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Bethesda University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 19% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,202 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 24% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Bethesda University majors and what graduates earn
Bethesda University awarded bachelor's degrees in 5 fields recently.
All 5 majors at Bethesda University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 27 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | 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 Bethesda University
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Professional doctorate | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 205 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 26% women, 74% men
- 7 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Bethesda University?
No. Bethesda University has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Bethesda University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,220. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $10,963 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Bethesda University?
19% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Bethesda University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,202 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.