by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Bethel worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Bethel is ranked #2,167 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Tennessee, it ranks #45 of 67 for value.
Among the majors Bethel offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management | #31 of 36 |
| Homeland Security | #38 of 50 |
| Homeland Security / Public Safety | #38 of 50 |
| Business Administration / Management | #287 of 457 |
| Organizational Leadership | #287 of 457 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #325 of 425 |
| Sports Management | #333 of 492 |
| Exercise Science | #386 of 547 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #463 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #463 of 638 |
Read the full Bethel value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Bethel University is ranked #48 out of #70 in Tennessee for quality and #45 out of #67 for Tennessee value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Bethel financial aid page to be sure.
Bethel University is ranked #2,167 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Bethel University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Bethel costs about $14,963. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $59,853 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $30,812 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,595 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,963 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $59,853 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Bethel net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bethel degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $123,248 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,853 | #2,167 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $50,380 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $123,248 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,853 | #45 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $50,380 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Bethel shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $22,495 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,013 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,838 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,825 |
| Over $110K | $19,450 |
About 87% of Bethel undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,651 per year. Get more details on the Bethel financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Bethel net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.