Undergraduate Tuition & Financial Aid
At Bethel, your transformative education starts with transparent tuition and simple steps.
With a clear price and financial aid process, you can focus on what truly matters: your education and your future. That’s why we repositioned our tuition starting in 2025-26. At Bethel, it takes just a few clear steps to plan how to pay for your college and reach your goals. A simpler way to understand your total cost means you’ll be empowered to make informed decisions and become who you’re called to be.
About the process
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Before you apply
Use our net price calculator to get an estimate of your award and learn more about what to do before you apply for aid. It’s a great place to see just how accessible your education can be.
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Apply for aid
Get started on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to unlock your need-based aid.
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After you're offered financial aid
Once you receive your financial aid offer, there are just a few more steps to complete.
Types of aid
Scholarships
A scholarship is a monetary gift that celebrates an academic achievement, special talent, or act of service. The best thing about a scholarship is that it doesn't need to be repaid.
Grants
Grants are a form of gift aid, meaning you don’t need to repay them. Most grants are based on your level of financial need determined by the results of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Loans
Many students take out loans to help fund a portion of their college expenses. Loans must be repaid, so be sure to plan your finances carefully and borrow only what you can afford to repay.
Student employment
More than 1,350 students work on campus to help with their college expenses.
$52.3 million
total gift aid given to Bethel students
98%
of students receive financial aid