Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 66.0%
- Average SAT
- 952
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 883–1,020
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 19
- Total Enrollment
- 583
Admissions Overview
Bethany College is less selective with a 66% acceptance rate, meaning most qualified applicants get admitted. Students typically score between 883-1020 on the SAT or around 19 on the ACT, reflecting the college's accessibility to average performers. The 12:1 student-faculty ratio suggests they value personal attention over top credentials. With 77% of students participating in varsity athletics across 17 sports, Bethany clearly prioritizes student-athletes who want to compete while earning their degree. The strong Lutheran heritage and small-town Kansas setting appeal to students seeking a tight-knit Christian community where they can develop leadership skills in academics, arts, or athletics without intense academic pressure.