Campus & Student Life at Bethel University - Mishawaka

Home to about 1,195 undergraduates in 2020, Bethel University is a small, private university located in Mishawaka, Indiana. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Bethel University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Bethel University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Bethel University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

Bethel University - Mishawaka is Affiliated With the Missionary Church Inc Faith.

Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Missionary Church Inc faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Missionary Church Inc Colleges and Universities.

Bethel University Has a Disability Services Site

Individuals with disabilities make up 7.0% of the student population at Bethel University. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Bethel University Disability Services.

Bethel University for the Military

While not a "service academy", Bethel University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information, check out our Bethel University for Veterans Guide.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Bethel University - Mishawaka

Bethel University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at Bethel University - Mishawaka

Bethel University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,195 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,002 (83.8%). Part-time attendance was 193 (16.2%).

Bethel University - Mishawaka is Ranked #1,620 for Overall Diversity

Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Bethel University is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Bethel University #1620 out of 3,451.

The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.

You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Bethel University by looking closer at the ethnic,  gender,  age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Bethel University Diversity Guide.

Bethel University - Mishawaka Competes in the NIAA

Bethel University has a total of 360 student athletes, 191 men and 169 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Bethel University - Mishawaka Athletics