BETHANY UNIVERSITY
- 800 Bethany Dr
- Scotts Valley, CA 95066
- OPEID College Code: 00112100
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- General Phone: (831) 438-3800
- President: Lew Shelton
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Midsized Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 497
- College Mascot: Bruins
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Bethany University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Assemblies of God Church
- Website
- www.bethany.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of Bethany University is to provide biblically-centered education, anchored in Pentecostal doctrine, preparing excellently trained leaders for the Church and Society.
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, No Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Postbaccalaureate (Education)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
Bethany University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.bethany.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 131 | 185 | 316 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 50 (38%) | 93 (50%) | 143 (45%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 36 (72%) | 43 (46%) | 79 (55%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 49 | 66% |
| ACT ® Exam | 25 | 34% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 440 | 510 |
| SAT ® Math | 400 | 500 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 16 | 21 |
| ACT ® English | 11 | 21 |
| ACT ® Math | 16 | 23 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 74% | 36% | 21% | 74% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,441 | $4,167 | $6,551 | $6,759 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.1% | 3.5% | 7.6% |
| Number in Default | 13 | 8 | 18 |
| Number in Repayment | 212 | 223 | 234 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $18,250 | $18,300 | $17,300 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $18,250 | $18,300 | $17,300 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $18,250 | $18,300 | $17,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,450 | $7,050 | $6,760 |
| Other Expenses | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $28,850 | $28,350 | $27,060 |
| In-State | $28,850 | $28,350 | $27,060 |
| Out of State | $28,850 | $28,350 | $27,060 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,450 | $19,350 | $18,350 |
| In-State | $19,450 | $19,350 | $18,350 |
| Out of State | $19,450 | $19,350 | $18,350 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $19,450 | $19,350 | $18,350 |
| In-State | $19,450 | $19,350 | $18,350 |
| Out of State | $19,450 | $19,350 | $18,350 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 497 Undergraduate: 419 Graduate: 78
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 183 Female: 314
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 164 Female: 255
- Graduate Gender Male: 19 Female: 59
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 386 Part-Time: 111
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 355 Part-Time: 64
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 31 Part-Time: 47
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 7 | 1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 29 | 6% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 108 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 120 | 24% |
| Ages 22-24 | 103 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 58 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 22 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 23 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 28 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 31 | 6% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.8% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 174 | 64 | 110 |
| Faculty Status | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| Tenured Faculty | 9 | 9 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 63 | 21 | 42 |
| Primarily Instruction | 63 | 21 | 42 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 15 | 15 | - |
| Other Professionals | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 69 | 15 | 54 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 55 | 9 | 46 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,225 (21) | $54,877 (13) | $40,041 (8) |
| Professor | $61,883 (9) | $61,638 (8) | $63,843 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $52,419 (4) | $51,025 (3) | $56,600 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $32,438 (7) | $33,613 (2) | $31,968 (5) |
| Instructor | $40,042 (1) | - (-) | $40,042 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,225 (21) | $54,877 (13) | $40,041 (8) |
| Professor | $61,883 (9) | $61,638 (8) | $63,843 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $52,419 (4) | $51,025 (3) | $56,600 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $32,438 (7) | $33,613 (2) | $31,968 (5) |
| Instructor | $40,042 (1) | - (-) | $40,042 (1) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $428,290 | $202,040 | $226,250 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 47% | 53% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Baseball | 25 | 25 | - |
| Basketball | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| All Track Combined | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Soccer | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $13,125 | $13,500 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $3,125 | $2,875 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| All Track Combined | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Softball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 59%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 37% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 21% |
| Female | 44% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 33% |
| Asian | 67% |
| Hispanic | 22% |
| White | 40% |
| Unknown | - |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 23% |
| 5 Years | 27% |
| 6 Years | 28% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 3 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 4 | 3 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
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