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College of Professional Studies | Bethel University
College of Professional Studies | Bethel University
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Bethel University’s College of Professional Studies (CPS) is home to all of our adult degree programs, created for working adults.
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College of Professional Studies
Degrees and Programs
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Bethel’s College of Professional Studies degree programs are designed with you in mind. Whether you are just starting, or have a bit of college experience under your belt, you can choose from a number of programs.
So that your learning experience is flexible for your lifestyle and you have every opportunity to succeed, we offer both an on-campus program and an online program. Students can attend class just one night per week at a convenient Bethel campus, or enjoy the flexibility of a completely online format one class at a time.
Which Program is Right for Me?
Associate Degrees
An AA (Associate of Arts) degree is designed for students who plan to pursue a four-year bachelor’s degree after finishing their associate.
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Bachelor's Degrees
Bethel offers six online undergraduate programs and three on-campus undergraduate programs for busy adults who need flexibility in their learning programs.
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Master's Degree Programs
We offer a Master's Degree program in Criminal Justice and MBA programs. Both of our graduate degree programs are entirely online and designed for working adults.
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Featured Degrees and Programs
Bachelor's
Online
Criminal Justice, B.S.
Bachelor's
Online
Emergency Services Management, B.S.
Undergraduate Degree Programs
Our undergraduate programs are designed for adults 23 years of age or older, who have earned their high school diploma or GED, and have 3 or more years of work experience.
Adult learners who have already completed their core courses or who have previously earned more than 30 hours of college credit have the option to major in a variety of programs online.
A total of 120 credit hours must be completed to earn an undergraduate degree. These hours are divided into core courses, major courses, and electives. Up to 80 of these hours can be earned or transferred through:
Previous College Credit
Portfolio Papers
CLEP/DTSS Tests
Military Experience and Courses
Challenge Exams
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Master's Degree Programs
Our accelerated MBA program offers the opportunity to learn with other business professionals in a flexible, user-friendly online format. This program requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of 3 years of professional work experience to apply.
MBA Program Benefits
As few as 12 months to complete.
Seminars held for elective credit led by subject matter experts.
Up to 6 credit hours of transferred graduate work.
Classes that start every month.
No graded group work.
Textbooks provided at no cost to the student.
Fully writing-based program with no tests.
Personal advisor to help you through the entire program.
24/7 tutorial support via SmartThinking.
No GMAT or GRE requirement.
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Military Benefits
Leaders serve others, so finding time to advance your educational opportunities can be challenging. Bethel University’s College of Professional Studies offers both online and on-campus degree programs in flexible formats that work with your busy lifestyle.
Military Benefits
No Fee* Prior Learning Assessment
Flexible Start Dates with Rolling Schedules
Knowledgeable Military and Veteran Benefits Support Staff
Regional Accreditation
Take a single course at a time
Fully writing-based program
Test Free Environment
Affordable Programs with Military & Veteran Tuition Rates**
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*Bethel will utilize your Joint Services Transcript to help access academic credit available to you because your experience counts. We will evaluate your prior learning for no additional cost upon receipt of your official transcripts. If you have multiple transcripts, we can request those transcripts on your behalf. Simply apply to get started.
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Adult Degree Program Application Process
Many adults look to Bethel to help them earn an undergraduate or graduate degree. You'll be able to focus on one class at a time through our online and on-campus programs. Apply today to find out more about our programs.
College of Professional Studies Catalogs
The current catalog may be referenced for program requirements.
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CPS Online Classroom
The College of Professional Studies Online Classroom is accessed through V-Camp.
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College of Professional Studies Library Access
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Continuing Education
Our Continuing Education provides fully customizable, non-credit courses taught by experts across various industries. Whether you hope to learn a new skill or trade, invest in developing your workforce, advance your skills to further your career, or earn industry-recognized certifications to pursue a new one—we have a course to suit your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you're searching for additional information quickly, we've compiled the most helpful frequently asked questions below.
How do I receive a copy of Form 1098-T?
The IRS requires Form 1098-T to be postmarked by January 31st of the following calendar year. This form is mailed to the student’s billing address if they were enrolled at Bethel for at least half time during the calendar year.
What are my options for requesting transcripts?
Please request transcripts electronically here:
Parchment
Is there a limit to the amount of Financial Aid a student can receive?
Yes, the undergraduate lifetime limit for each is as follows:
PELL - 600%
TSAC - 8 terms
HOPE - 5 years and 120 hours
SUBSIDIZED/UNSUBSIDIZED Loans:
Dependent student $31,000
Independent Student $57,500
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