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Bethany University

800 Bethany Dr
Scotts Valley, CA 950662898

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(831) 438-3800 Ext.
(831) 438-3800 Ext.
(831) 438-3800 Ext.

Type of institution:	Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Federal Aid:	Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
Degrees offered:	Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate, Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate, Associate degree, Bachelor degree, Certificates/Postbaccalaureate certificate, Certificates/Postbaccalaureate certificate, Master's degree
Carnegie classification:	Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
Number of students:	595 (2006)
2007-08 Undergraduate application fee:	$35.00

About this School

Bethany University is a four-year private Christian university located in Scotts Valley, California in Santa Cruz County. It is endorsed by the American arm of the Assemblies of God, a large Pentecostal fellowship (denomination). It was formerly called Bethany Bible College and Bethany College. Bethany University is the oldest Assemblies of God institution of higher education. The school began as Glad Tidings Bible Institute in 1919 as a training institute for an inner-city ministry in San Francisco, California. It moved to Scotts Valley in 1950 and became a four-year college in 1955. Bethany was accredited by Senior Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges in 1966. The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing recognized Bethany's teacher education program in 1968. Bethany University is the oldest Assemblies of God institution of higher education. The university offers a variety of majors and minors in four schools: the School of Theological Studies; the School of Arts and Sciences; the School of Professional Studies; the School of Distributed Learning. Along with training future leaders for the church, popluar majors include business, communication and psychology. The University's debate team won a national championship in 2006 and the business department's Students in Free Enterprise () team has won recognition at regional competitions. The Teacher Education Program is also a noteworthy program. Bethany also offers graduate degrees in Education and Clinical Psychology. Athletically, it is part of the NAIA in the California Pacific Conference.

Tuition and Fees	2007-08	2006-07	2005-06
Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
In-State	$17,375	$16,265	$15,310
Out of State	$17,375	$16,265	$15,310
Books and Supplies	$1,386	$1,314	$1,242
On-Campus
Room and board	$6,830	$6,750	$6,320
Other Expenses	$2,934	$2,862	$2,718
Off Campus
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Financial aid 2005-2006

Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

Type of Aid	Percentage of students receiving aid	Average amount of aid they received
Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship)	28%	$2,783
State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship)	21%	$6,239
Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship)	73%	$5,759
Loans to students	67%	$5,383

Degrees offered by this school

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate Substance Abuse + Addiction Counseling	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Less-than-2-year certificate Substance Abuse + Addiction Counseling: A program that prepares individuals to help prevent substance abuse, counsel individuals and families with drug and alcohol problems, and perform intervention and therapeutic services for persons suffering from addiction. Includes...

Associate degree Pre-Theology + Pre-Ministerial Studies	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Associate degree Pre-Theology + Pre-Ministerial Studies: A program that prepares individuals to enter a seminary or other program leading to religious ordination, or a related religious vocation.

Associate degree General Studies	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Associate degree General Studies: An undifferentiated program that includes instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies.

Bachelor degree Youth Ministry	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Youth Ministry: A program that prepares the ordained clergy and other religious professionals to provide spiritual, counseling, and leadership services to children, adolescents, and young adults. Includes instruction in child and adolescent psychology, human growth and development, ...

Bachelor degree Teacher Education Multiple Levels	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Teacher Education, Multiple Levels: A program that prepares individuals to teach students at more than one educational level, such as a combined program in elementary/secondary, early childhood/elementary, elementary/middle school, or junior high/high school teacher education.

Bachelor degree Substance Abuse + Addiction Counseling	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Substance Abuse + Addiction Counseling: A program that prepares individuals to help prevent substance abuse, counsel individuals and families with drug and alcohol problems, and perform intervention and therapeutic services for persons suffering from addiction. Includes instruction ...

Bachelor degree Social Sciences General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Social Sciences, General: A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.

Bachelor degree Social Science Teacher Education	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Social Science Teacher Education: A program that prepares individuals to teach specific social science subjects and programs at various educational levels.

Bachelor degree Psychology General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Psychology, General: A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the vario...

Bachelor degree Pre-Theology + Pre-Ministerial Studies	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Pre-Theology + Pre-Ministerial Studies: A program that prepares individuals to enter a seminary or other program leading to religious ordination, or a related religious vocation.

Bachelor degree Music General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Music, General: A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.

Bachelor degree Music Teacher Education	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Music Teacher Education: A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels.

Bachelor degree Multi- + Interdisciplinary Studies Other	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Multi- + Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: Any instructional program in multi/interdisciplinary studies not listed in the Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General category.

Bachelor degree Missions + Missionary Studies and Missiology	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Missions + Missionary Studies and Missiology: A program that focuses on the theory and practice of religious outreach, social service and proselytization, and that prepares individuals for mission vocations. Includes instruction in theology, evangelism, preaching, medical and social...

Bachelor degree Liberal Arts and Sciences + Liberal Studies	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Liberal Arts and Sciences + Liberal Studies: A program that is a structured combination of the arts, biological and physical sciences, social sciences, and humanities, emphasizing breadth of study. Includes instruction in independently designed, individualized, or regular programs.

Bachelor degree Intercultural + Multicultural and Diversity Studies	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Intercultural + Multicultural and Diversity Studies: A program that focuses on the dynamic social relations between and among majority and minority groups and different minority groups, and ways to promote mutual tolerance, inter-group cooperation, and the leadership and management o...

Bachelor degree English Language and Literature General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree English Language and Literature, General: A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.

Bachelor degree Early Childhood Education and Teaching	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Early Childhood Education and Teaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter.

Bachelor degree Drama and Dramatics + Theatre Arts General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Drama and Dramatics + Theatre Arts, General: A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed...

Bachelor degree Business Administration and Management General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Business Administration and Management, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting...

Bachelor degree Bible + Biblical Studies	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Bachelor degree Bible + Biblical Studies: A program that focuses on the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature, with an emphasis on understanding and interpreting the theological, doctrinal, and ethical messages contained therein. May include preparation for applying these studies in ...

Certificates/Postbaccalaureate certificate Teacher Education Multiple Levels	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Postbaccalaureate certificate Teacher Education, Multiple Levels: A program that prepares individuals to teach students at more than one educational level, such as a combined program in elementary/secondary, early childhood/elementary, elementary/middle school, or junior high/high school teacher edu...

Master's degree Education General	Bethany University
General Description for: Bethany University Master's degree Education, General: A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foun...

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