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Bethany College - West Virginia
Bethany College - West Virginia
BETHANY, WV . 4 Year 2.9
#2372 in Best Colleges in America
31 E CAMPUS DR BETHANY, WV 26032

Overview

Founded in 1840, Bethany College is one of the oldest private liberal arts colleges in the United States. It is located in the picturesque town of Bethany, West Virginia. The school is known for its small class size and liberal arts education, focusing on critical thinking and leadership development. It offers a variety of majors covering humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. The campus is quiet and beautiful, with a strong academic atmosphere.

Rankings

  • #25 in Best Colleges in West Virginia

  • 2372

    #2372 in Best Colleges in America

  • #25 in Best Colleges in West Virginia

Academics

  • CAcademics
  • B Value
  • B+Diversity
  • C Campus
  • C+Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • C+Location
  • C+Dorms
  • CCampus Food
  • C Student Life
  • CSafety

Majors

  • Psychology
    13 Graduates
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
    12 Graduates
  • Political Science and Government
    10 Graduates
  • Communications
    9 Graduates
  • Accounting
    6 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    6 Graduates
  • Biology
    5 Graduates
  • Chemistry
    5 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    5 Graduates
  • Finance
    5 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 74%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $0
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    870-1110
  • ACT Range
    18-26
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $30,912
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    43%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    538 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    7
  • Undergrads Over 25
    0%
  • Pell Grant
    54%
  • Varsity Athletes
    62%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    11:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Presidents' Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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