Bethel University, Minnesota

At Bethel University, we're committed to excellence.But here, excellence means something more. It means taking our faith in Christ and integrating it into everything we learn, into everything we do, so we can accomplish incredible things—in our careers, in our communities, and in our world.

We've been a leader and model in Christian higher education since 1871. For generations, our fusion of evangelical faith with top-ranked academics has transformed women and men, preparing them for unique callings in the kingdom of God.
 
We offer 90 majors in 106 areas of study, giving you many options as you follow your dreams, develop your God-given talents, and pursue your goals.Not sure what you want to study? That’s okay too. Every year, many new students start at Bethel without knowing their major. We’re here to help you make that important decision.With around 75% of our students taking part in 30 study abroad and off campus programs, we prepare graduates to lead and serve with a global perspective.

Our adult undergrad programs at the College of Adult & Professional Studies are about helping working adults obtain their degree. Whether you’re looking to finish a degree or planning to start one for the first time, we have several options that will help you start a new career or open new opportunities in your current field.Our graduate school will prepare you with the real-world skills, experience, and knowledge you need to advance your career, lead with excellence, and live with purpose.

Bethel Seminary develops leaders–empowered and equipped to leave a God-honoring legacy. Our focus is on you and how we can provide you with the best training environments, theories, and practices, so you can effectively respond to God’s call.We have a variety of delivery options to fit your schedule and provide you with a unique learning experience.

Boldly informed and motivated by the Christian faith, Bethel University educates and energizes men and women for excellence in leadership, scholarship, and service. We prepare graduates to serve in strategic capacities to renew minds, live out biblical truth, transform culture, and advance the gospel.

Bethel will be the Christ-centered university of choice for this century.Rooted in faith. Committed to excellence. Bethel will become the leader in Christian higher education by building stronger communities, equipping confident leaders and gracious servants, and preparing passionate world-changers. Through our thoughts, words, and actions, we’ll demonstrate what it means for a university to be centered on Jesus Christ.

Boldly informed and motivated by the Christian faith, Bethel University educates and energizes men and women for excellence in leadership, scholarship, and service. We prepare graduates to serve in strategic capacities to renew minds, live out biblical truth, transform culture, and advance the gospel.

Bethel will be the Christ-centered university of choice for this century.Rooted in faith. Committed to excellence.Bethel will become the leader in Christian higher education by building stronger communities, equipping confident leaders and gracious servants, and preparing passionate world-changers. Through our thoughts, words, and actions, we’ll demonstrate what it means for a university to be centered on Jesus Christ.

With more than 100 academic programs in 2 colleges, a grad school, and 2 seminary locations, we're one of the most comprehensive, interdenominational Christian universities in the nation.

Above all, we're a community—challenging and supporting each other as we strive to reach our potential and accomplish our goals.Our faith isn't just something we talk about. We work hard to understand Christ's message and try our best to spread his love, every day. Working and serving together in Christ's name, we’re personally transformed so we can transform our world.

Our main campus is located on 247 lakeside acres in suburban Arden Hills, Minnesota. Just 20 minutes from the twin cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, we have quick access to one of the most thriving urban areas in the nation.

The community gathering place is the the 110,000-square-foot Brushaber Commons, a spacious, modern building featuring a two-story dining center, restaurant, coffee shop, campus store, offices for student organizations, and green roof.

Bethel University is a vibrant, Christ-centered educational community. Here, students with a wide range of interests and backgrounds share a common goal: to become whole and holy persons. Throughout this transformational journey, we rely on core values to guide us spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually.

First, we are Christ-followers, striving to live out the teachings of Jesus and to emulate His life as revealed in Scripture. We are also character-builders. Through healthy, supportive relationships and a culture of service, we develop the personal strength and emotional intelligence to make right choices in a broken world.As learners, we are critical thinkers and problem-solvers committed to academic excellence and intellectual rigor. At the same time, we are truth-seekers, recognizing that all truth—scientific, artistic, philosophical, or theological—has its source in God.

We have been put on this earth for a purpose: God wants us to use our talents and compassion to be world-changers and reconcilers. As we humbly and honestly engage with our own biases and preconceptions, we grow closer to understanding Christ's infinite love and selfless mission of redemption.

In this complex and troubled world, we aim to be both salt and light—preserving the good and reflecting the guiding light of Christ. This requires a mature faith that is grounded in a personal relationship with God and able to withstand the storms of life.