Bethesda University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Bethesda University is a private research university in Anaheim, California, enrolling about 205 students. Bethesda University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $7,220 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Student demographics in federal data include Non-Resident Alien (40.0%) and Hispanic or Latino (28.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,220
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,097 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 205 89.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 11.11%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 49.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 10.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 61.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 251
- Room & Board: $14,515 annual estimate
Bethesda University: what the data shows
Common questions about Bethesda University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Bethesda University?
Bethesda University is located in Anaheim, CA (ZIP 92801).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Bethesda University public or private?
Bethesda University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Bethesda University cost?
Published tuition: $7,220.
Average net price after aid: $11,097.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,747 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,527 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,063 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $11,759 |
| $110,001+ | $13,575 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $28,880.
How big is Bethesda University?
Total enrollment: 205 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 251 students.
Graduate enrollment: 58 students.
About 89% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Bethesda University?
150%-time completion rate: 11.11%.
First-year retention: 44.8%.
What do graduates of Bethesda University earn?
Median earnings: $37,397 six years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,000.
33.96% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Bethesda University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (38 completions)
- Divinity/Ministry (8 completions)
- Music, General (4 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (3 completions)
- Bible/Biblical Studies (3 completions)
- Information Technology (2 completions)
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Bethesda University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 11.11%; net price $11,097. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$7,220
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Bethesda University was $7,220.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,097
2024 Value
In 2024 Bethesda University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,097.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,388 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,097 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$28,880 4-Year Tuition
$14,515 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,935 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$87,740 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Bethesda University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.96% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
22.17% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Bethesda University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Bethesda University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,620 | $7,620 | $8,039 |
| 2014 | $9,120 | $9,120 | $9,481 |
| 2015 | $9,120 | $9,120 | $13,822 |
| 2016 | $7,370 | $7,370 | $11,180 |
| 2017 | $7,898 | $7,898 | $16,351 |
| 2018 | $8,095 | $8,095 | $13,131 |
| 2019 | $8,095 | $8,095 | $16,133 |
| 2020 | $6,580 | $6,580 | $17,519 |
| 2021 | $6,560 | $6,560 | $14,383 |
| 2022 | $6,560 | $6,560 | $21,775 |
| 2023 | $7,220 | $7,220 | $8,388 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Bethesda University reported total enrollment of about 205 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 74% male and 26% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Non-Resident Alien (40.0%), Hispanic or Latino (28.3%), and Black or African American (12.7%). About 33.96% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Bethesda University in 2024 is 205 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 251 students. Graduate enrollment is about 58 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
44.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Non-Resident Alien at 40.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
1.96% 100% Completion Time
11.11% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 1.96% of students graduating from Bethesda University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 84% male / 16% female
- Divinity/Ministry: 62% male / 38% female
- Music, General: 50% male / 50% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Bethesda University.
Return on Investment
$9,000 Median Student Debt
Financial value analysis for Bethesda University.
Top Programs by Completions
7 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 8 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 38 completions
2. Divinity/Ministry: 8 completions
3. Music, General: 4 completions
4. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 3 completions
5. Bible/Biblical Studies: 3 completions
6. Information Technology: 2 completions
7. Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Bethesda University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Bethesda University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Bethesda University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $3,965
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,293
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Bethesda University is a private non-profit institution located in Anaheim, CA, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Divinity/Ministry, Music, General. Enrollment is approximately 205 students. Student body composition includes Non-Resident Alien (40.0%), Hispanic or Latino (28.3%), Black or African American (12.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 11.11%. Approximately 33.96% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Anaheim, CA 92801
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 11.11% graduation rate at Bethesda University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bethesda University located?
Bethesda University is located in Anaheim, CA.
How much does Bethesda University cost?
Reported tuition is $7,220 and average net price is $11,097 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,515 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Bethesda University?
Bethesda University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 251 students, Non-Resident Alien (40.0%), Hispanic or Latino (28.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Bethesda University?
About 49.4% of students at Bethesda University are first-generation college students.
What is the graduation rate at Bethesda University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 11.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Bethesda University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,000.
Is Bethesda University public or private?
Bethesda University is a private nonprofit institution located in Anaheim, CA.
Is Bethesda University an HBCU?
No. Bethesda University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Bethesda University a tribal college?
No. Bethesda University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Bethesda University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Bethesda University reports 28.3% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Bethesda University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Bethesda University: Other (none of the above).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- Anaheim, California city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.