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Bethany can be found in Bethany, WV (a rural site not far from an urban area). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) school. Bethany is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
Bethany offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The most common majors at the school are in science, media, art studies, and therapy and counseling.
Bethany does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 420 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 420 to 530, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at Bethany are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 815 students were enrolled in Bethany.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Bethany. The school student athletes compete in Presidents' Athletic Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The teaching and advancing of knowledge form the mission of Bethany College.
Central to this broad purpose is providing a liberal arts education for
undergraduates, including the preparation of professionals, and the inspiring of
lifelong learners. This is accomplished in a learning community where primary
attention is given to the cultivation of social responsibility, human dignity,
truth, and beauty."
More complete details are provided below.
Bethany College
Bethany, WV 26032
General Phone: (304) 829-7000
http://www.bethanywv.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 53 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 38 | English, interdisciplinary studies, history, economics, Spanish language, political science and government, German language, French language |
| Media | 22 | communication studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 8 | social work |
| Science | 7 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Art Studies | 5 | visual and performing arts |
| Business and Management | 4 | accounting |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer science |
| Animal Science and Care | 3 | equestrian studies |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 1 | religion, philosophy |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 0 | health and physical education |
Number of programs and degrees for Bethany in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 167 | 26 |
In 2007-2008, Bethany had a total enrollment of 815 students (830 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 91% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 41% |
| 22-24 | 32% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
Bethany offers campus housing for 810 of its 830 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Bethany, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,237 | 1,193 | 96% | 263 | 22% |
| Men | 712 | 654 | 92% | 125 | 19% |
| Women | 525 | 510 | 97% | 138 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 60% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 49% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,565 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,565 |
| Room and board | $ 8,160 |
| Room charge | $ 4,200 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,960 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,100 |
Financial Aid:
Bethany participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 380800)
Bethany has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 15 | $59,934 | 4 | $59,628 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $51,400 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $38,768 | 13 | $39,833 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 33 | $49,920 | 18 | $44,880 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
| Track | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Equestrian/Equine Studies
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bethany Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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