International Students | Bethel University

International Students | Bethel University
Admissions & Aid
International Students
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With students from more than 41 countries, Bethel University is a global community where you’ll feel welcome and supported from the start. You’ll join a campus family that values diversity, connection, and shared experiences, all while receiving a high-quality, faith-based education. Wherever you’re coming from, your
admissions counselor
is here to help guide you through every step of the application and enrollment process.
You can apply to Bethel University using our
Online Application
or through
The Common Application©
—whichever works best for you!
Application Deadlines
Semester
Deadline
Fall
July 31
Spring
December 15
Summer
May 15
Application Checklist
Complete the Undergraduate Application for Admission
Complete the entire Undergraduate Application thoroughly and submit the non-refundable application fee of $30. You can apply using the following methods:
Bethel Online Application
The Common Application©
Official High School/Secondary School Transcripts
All international first-year students and international transfer students with less than 24 post-secondary/university credit hours are required to submit a high school/secondary school transcript.
If you attended a high school outside of the United States:
International students must submit their high school transcripts to a pre-approved member of the
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
(NACES) or the
Association of International Credential Evaluators
(AICE) for translation, basic evaluation, and to provide a cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale and class rank (ex. 1 out of 25).
International student-athletes
are required to utilitize
InCred
for transcript evaluation to ensure NAIA eligibility.
If you attended a high school in the United States:
Request that official transcripts be sent from the high school directly to the Office of Admissions. For a transcript to be official, it may not be marked “Issued to Student." Bethel will accept official transcripts via mail, email from school counselor,
Parchment
, or Clearinghouse.
The mailing address is:
Bethel University
Office of Admissions
325 Cherry Ave.
McKenzie, TN 38201
Official College/University Transcripts
If you attended a college or university outside of the United States:
International students must submit their college or post-secondary transcripts to a pre-approved member of the
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
(NACES) or the
Association of International Credential Evaluators
(AICE) for translation, course-by-course evaluation, and to provide a cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale.
International student-athletes
are required to utilitize
InCred
for transcript evaluation to ensure NAIA eligibility.
If you attended a college or university in the United States:
Request that official transcripts be sent from the college directly to the Office of Admissions. For a transcript to be official, it may not be marked “Issued to Student." Bethel will accept official transcripts via mail, email from school counselor,
Parchment
, or Clearinghouse.
The mailing address is:
Bethel University
Office of Admissions
325 Cherry Ave.
McKenzie, TN 38201
Test Scores
Bethel University is
test optional
for applicants with a weighted GPA of 2.25 or above. Applicants may choose whether or not to have their ACT or SAT scores considered as part of the admission process.
Students with a weighted GPA below a 2.25 are required to submit either ACT or SAT scores.
If you elect to submit test scores, official score reports should be sent directly to Bethel University by the appropriate testing agency.
Bethel's ACT code:
3948
Bethel's SAT code:
1079
Scores listed on an official high school transcript will also be accepted. Please note that Bethel does not consider the Writing section of either the ACT or SAT. The University does super-score both exams, taking the highest section scores across multiple test dates for admission and scholarship evaluation.
Proof of English Proficiency
Students whose native language is not English must meet one of the following valid scores:
Score of 513 on the TOEFL paper-based exam
Score of 183 on the TOEFL computer-based exam
Score of 65 on the TOEFL internet-based exam
Score of 3.6 on the ITEP exam
Score of 5 overall and 5 in each exam area on the International English Language Test
Score of 80 or above on DUOLINGO, if TOEFL is not available OR: the prospective student agrees
to participate in a video and audio interview with a committee which will evaluate the level in
which the prospective student can demonstrate adequate English language communication skills
with the committee. To qualify for the TOEFL English language requirements waiver, a majority
of the committee must agree that the prospective student can adequately comprehend and
communicate in the English language. (A majority is defined as 50% plus 1.)
Important Deadlines
Date
Event
August 1, 2025
Application Opens
December 1, 2025
Application Deadline for Top Scholarships
May 1, 2026
National Decision Day (Priority Deadline for $250 Enrollment Deposit)
Frequently Asked Questions
International Admissions Criteria
Applicants are considered based on the total picture of the materials submitted to the University. To be eligible for admission, students must complete the minimum high school credits required.
High school students are considered competitive for admission if they have at least an average cumulative grade point average and rank in the top half of their graduating classes. A strong correlation between high school grades and test scores (if submitted) is expected. Each application is considered on an individual basis as no two students will present the same credentials.
International transfer applicants are considered based on the total picture of the materials submitted to the University. Students seeking to transfer should ensure that their previous coursework is closely aligned with their intended field of study. Any completed college-level work is expected to reflect average academic performance. Students wishing to transfer to Bethel must be eligible to return to their previous college to be admitted to Bethel University
Bethel also considers demonstrated interest as part of our admissions process. Students are encouraged to schedule a visit to campus, engage with our online events, and connect with their admissions counselors. The more you engage with Bethel, the more we can get to know you.
Transfer Credit
All coursework transferred to Bethel University will be evaluated on a course by course basis. Transfer students must complete all requirements for the degree as stated in the catalog in force at the time of matriculation or a later edition of the catalog. Students transferring must complete all Bethel University core requirements not met by transferred equivalent courses. Course work, at college-level, degree-granting institutions not accredited by regional accrediting agency but are accredited as degree-granting institutions by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education, will be reviewed for transfer on a course by course basis.
Credit determination is dependent upon course content and other documentation which the student maybe required to provide. The Registrar may consult with faculty as to the application of credit. No grade below a “C” or equivalent will be accepted as transfer credit. Grade points from hours accepted as transfer credit are not included in the Bethel University academic record. It is also important to note that students will not be allowed to duplicate credit. However, a student may petition to be granted an exception to these policies and have their credits and grade points considered. In that case, all credits and grades accepted by the Registrar’s evaluation of transfer credits from an accredited school will be accepted. Once a petition has been granted, the petition cannot be revoked.
Transfer students who have completed less than 24 semester hours at an accredited institution must submit high school transcripts or GED scores, and unless otherwise exempt, SAT or ACT scores.
High School Curriculum
Each student admitted to Bethel University must have earned the minimum high school units as follows, or submit a passing combined score on the GED or the HISET:
English—4 units
(Journalism, speech, or business communications may not be substituted.)
Mathematics—2 units
(Preferably algebra I and II. Pre-algebra, arithmetic, applied mathematics, business mathematics, computer technology, or accounting I and II may not be substituted.)
Natural/Physical Science—2 units
(One unit must be a laboratory science. Computer science may not be substituted.)
Social Science—2 units
(Foreign language is not required; however, it is highly recommended.)
High School Diploma Alternatives
A high school equivalency diploma (GED) or (HISET) may be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma. A passing GED or (HISET) combined score is considered to be a 2.0 GPA. A special education diploma or high school certificate is not acceptable.
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