Campus Identity
Bethel College-North Newton is a small private nonprofit college in North Newton, KS. Approximately 504 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 94% acceptance rate. Marion Reservoir is about 24 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 44/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Bethel College-North Newton is a small private nonprofit college in North Newton, KS. Approximately 504 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 94% acceptance rate. Marion Reservoir is about 24 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 44/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Bethel College-North Newton is a under 1,000, small-town school with NAIA athletics. The campus is 160 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.
Athletics
NAIA
KCAC
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
49°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Bethel College-North Newton students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 160 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 316 miles of campus.
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Nearby Lake
Marion Reservoir is 24 miles from campus, giving Bethel College-North Newton students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Marion Reservoir
Lake access within 23.5 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · North Newton, KS
North Newton has a mild climate, with winters averaging 31°F in Jan and summers peaking around 81°F in Jul.
Station: NEWTON · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Bethel College-North Newton in KS earns a composite safety score of 44/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $35,014 |
| Fees | $240 |
| Room & Board | $10,755 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $46,009 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
27 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bethel College-North Newton located?
Bethel College-North Newton is located in North Newton, KS. The main campus address is 300 E 27th St, North Newton, KS. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Bethel College-North Newton?
Bethel College-North Newton has an acceptance rate of 94%, making it accessible. Out of 1,154 applicants, 1,079 were admitted in the most recent year. 504 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for Bethel College-North Newton?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Bethel College-North Newton scored between ? and ? on the ACT, with a median of 22. About 1% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Bethel College-North Newton?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Bethel College-North Newton charges $35,014/year in tuition. Including room and board ($10,755/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $31,164/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,917/year — what students actually pay. Use Bethel College-North Newton's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Bethel College-North Newton have college sports?
Yes — Bethel College-North Newton competes at the NAIA level in the KCAC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Bethel College-North Newton the right fit for me?
Whether Bethel College-North Newton is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (94% admit rate), avg net price ($32,917/year after aid), campus culture in North Newton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Bethel College-North Newton against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Bethel College-North Newton directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- North Newton, KS
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- KCAC
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 49°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 44/100
- Nearest Airport
- Hutchinson, KS (HUT) · 28 mialso ICT (30 mi), IAB (32 mi)
Location
North Newton, KS