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Bethel University

McKenzie, Tennessee · Town: DistantOfficial Website ↗

#4209
Nationally
#105
In Tennessee
97%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$16,870
Annual Tuition
per year
0%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
2,719
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
33/100
Below Average
#4209 nationally
#105 in Tennessee
🎓Graduation Outcomes0
💰Affordability73
🎯Selectivity40
📚Academic Environment2
🔬Program Breadth64

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Bethel University is a private nonprofit four-year university located in McKenzie, Tennessee. With 2,719 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 97%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $16,870, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $13,705 after grants and scholarships — reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate97%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
3,318
Applied
3,224
Admitted
402
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading300 – 525
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math325 – 575
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)16 – 24
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$16,870/yr
Room & Board$11,825/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$29,355/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$16,870↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$13,705
$30,001 – $48,000$10,448
$48,001 – $75,000$13,563
$75,001 – $110,000$14,903
Over $110,000$15,003
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate0%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
2,719
Total Undergrads
53% F / 47% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 49%
Hispanic 8%
Black 28%
Asian 2%
Two or more 4%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Tuition ($16,870/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • ✓Open admissions policy (97% acceptance rate) — accessible to a wide range of students
Consider
  • ·Graduation rate of 0% is below the national average — research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationMcKenzie, Tennessee
SettingTown: Distant
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$13,705
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships — not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#105
in Tennessee out of 7+ colleges
#4209
nationally
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.