Bethany Lutheran CollegeBethany Lutheran College
Mankato, MN · Midwest
- Acceptance rate
- 39.0%
- SAT mid-50
- 1040-1180
- Cost after aid
- $20,148
- Graduation rate
- 55%
About Bethany Lutheran College
Bethany Lutheran College is a very small private university in Mankato, MN, in a city setting.
What Bethany Lutheran College looks for
With an acceptance rate around 39%, the application readers spend less time per file than they do at the most selective schools, but they still read. A solid GPA, strong letters, and an essay that sounds like you wrote it yourself go a long way here. The biggest unforced error: a generic supplement essay. Even moderately selective schools notice when you have not bothered to learn anything about them.
Frequently asked
What SAT score do I need for Bethany Lutheran College?
Bethany Lutheran College's middle 50% SAT range is 1040 to 1180. A score in or above that band keeps you in the conversation; below it, the rest of your application has to do more work.
What ACT score do I need for Bethany Lutheran College?
Middle 50% ACT range is 21 to 26. The top of that range or above is what most admitted students submit when they choose to send a score.
What is the acceptance rate at Bethany Lutheran College?
Bethany Lutheran College admits roughly 39% of applicants. Selective, but stats inside the middle 50% put you in real contention.
What does Bethany Lutheran College actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $20,148 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is Bethany Lutheran College a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat Bethany Lutheran College as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
