Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 11.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 18.2%
- Retention Rate
- 54.6%
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 38.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $95/mo
Outcomes Overview
Bethesda University graduates face significant financial challenges after leaving campus. With a median debt of $9,000 and monthly payments of $95, graduates typically dedicate around 15-20% of their income to loan repayment based on entry-level wages. The 38% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle to keep up with payments. Only 18% of students graduate within six years, meaning most either transfer or leave without completing their degree. The university's focus on biblical studies and ministry preparation typically leads graduates into lower-paying nonprofit and religious sector jobs. Combined with the low graduation rates and repayment struggles, Bethesda represents a weak return on investment for most students.