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Key facts
- TypePrivate
- International students124
- Nationalities28
- Total programs38
Study abroad at Bethany Lutheran College
Bethany Lutheran College (BLC) is a private Christian college in Minnesota, USA. Founded in 1927, it offers high-quality, affordable education in a friendly and welcoming environment. The college is owned by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
BLC specializes in liberal arts and offers 51 programs in fields like nursing, education, business, law, English, and graphic design. All of the 35 major programs on offer at BLC lead to a Bachelor of Arts degree, except for the nursing major, which results in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
The college's fifty-acre campus boasts numerous academic and recreational facilities, with a particular focus on music, art, theater, and sport. Students have access to laboratories and classrooms, as well as a campus gallery, chapel, band room, recital hall, theater, and multiple sports fields, gymnasiums, and courts.

Why study at Bethany Lutheran College
Small class sizes
The average class size at the college is 16, allowing students to enjoy With a student-to-faculty ratio of faculty to student ratio of 11 to 1 and an average class size of 16, students enjoy close, personal attention from faculty, hands-on learning, and to reach their full potential for employment or graduate school
High graduate acceptance rate
Bethany students have an excellent track record in getting accepted into top graduate schools in the United States. Over 89% of Bethany graduates have been admitted to their first-choice graduate school program
Affordable tuition
The college is committed to making education affordable for all students and offers a number of funding and scholarship opportunities. 98% of students receive financial aid
Location
Bethany Lutheran College
700 Luther Dr, Mankato, MN 56001, United States
Bethany Lutheran College is located in Mankato, Minnesota. As part of the college, students can get involved in the local community, enjoy live music, meet up for coffee, or dine at one of over 100 restaurants in the area. Mankato’s public transportation system is low-cost, so students can take the bus to the many stores and restaurants on Madison Ave.

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Fees and funding
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
US$31,360 per year
Funding
International Student Scholarships Nearly all Bethany students receive some level of financial aid. The types and amounts of financial aid for which you may be eligible depend on your financial situation, academic standing, and extracurricular interests.
- Amount
From US$16,000 to US$21,000 per year
- Requirements
Complete all the application requirements, and Bethany will inform you of your scholarship eligibility if and when you are accepted. No additional form is needed to request a scholarship. Over 95% of students receive a scholarship. The scholarship automatically renews for 4 years if you meet standard academic and behavioral goals.

Visa requirements for Bethany Lutheran College
Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.
Life at Bethany Lutheran College
Students from over 20 countries attend BLC. To support international students, BLC offers a comprehensive program to help you adjust to life at an American university. This includes a three-week summer orientation before your first semester, English as a Second Language (ESL) courses if needed, and mentorship.
The International Student Services Center assists with personal and cultural adjustment, travel to and from the United States, employment authorization, and extending your legal stay in the country.
BLC students enjoy a strong sense of community on campus. There are over 30 student clubs and organizations for students to get involved in and about 33% of students compete in one or more of the college’s varsity programs. The Bethany Vikings, BLC’s official athletics team, compete in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference in NCAA Division III.
Bethany offers many student accommodation options with 67% of students living on campus. Residence halls are located near campus facilities, so you can live and study close to other students and to the resources you need, fostering a close community.
