Bethesda Christian is found in Anaheim, California. Anaheim is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at Bethesda Christian.
The school is known for its programs in music.
Admission to Bethesda Christian is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 278 in 2005 at Bethesda Christian. The school has a large minority student population. A large number of students at Bethesda Christian are 40 years old or older.
Full-time students are the norm at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Bethesda Christian University is a Christ-centered community of higher education preparing Korean/English speaking men and women to be servant leaders in a global society."
More complete details are provided below.
Bethesda Christian University
730 N. Euclid St
Anaheim, CA 92801
General Phone: (714) 517-1945
Admissions Phone: (714) 517-1945
Financial Aid Phone: (714) 517-1945
http://www.bcu.edu
Bethesda Christian awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Music | 25 | music |
| Religion And Philosophy | 24 | bible studies, ministry, religious education, pastoral counseling, missionary studies |
| Education And Teaching | 11 | early childhood education |
| Design | 2 | design and visual communication |
| Fine Arts | 0 | metal and jewelry |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | information technology |
| Liberal Arts | 0 | language translation |
Number of programs and degrees for Bethesda Christian in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 41 | 9 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 9 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 3 |
| First-professional degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2005, Bethesda Christian had a total enrollment of 278 students (252 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 29% |
| Women | 71% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 69% |
| Graduate | 8% |
| First Professional | 23% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Asian | 41% |
| (Foreign Students) | 59% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 22% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 69% |
| Foreign countries | 25% |
| Virginia | 6% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 56 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Anaheim, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 15 | 14 | 93% | 14 | 100% |
| Men | 5 | 4 | 80% | 4 | 100% |
| Women | 10 | 10 | 100% | 10 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (714) 517-1945
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,300 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Bethesda Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3266300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (714) 517-1945
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 5 | $28,600 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $28,600 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Metal and Jewelry Arts
LIBERAL ARTS
Language Interpretation and Translation
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religious Education
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bethesda Christian Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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