Undergraduate Degrees (A.A., B.A., B.S.)

Are you looking for an accelerated degree program?

Student Perspectives

"Being turned down for a job drove me to complete my degree. When I started at Bethel, I only had two credits of college-level work and had been out of school for 20 years. As a single mom, I doubted if I could handle it. It took a faculty member and my admissions advisor to convince me that I could.

In order to make room for school, I asked my family and friends for help. The kids and I celebrated when I got an "A." Every time I completed a course we drew an X through the list on the refrigerator. Months later, after finishing my degree, I walked across the stage at commencement to the music of my kids' cheering. I never thought I could do it, but I did—and did it well!

Immediately after graduation I was promoted to Customer Service Manager with 20 employees reporting to me. Everything I learned in class I have applied to my job and life. Now I help my employees reach their goals. When I conduct classes for employees who want to go back to school, I tell my story. This year two of them will begin the PACE program.

There may never be a `good time' to go back to college. You just have to do it."

—Debbi Jump, Customer Service Manager, Medtronic

Accelerated courses allow you to work and earn a degree.
Courses enhance your knowledge and skills.
Learning can be applied immediately to your workplace.

Our FREE advising services:

Help you discover efficient methods to reach your goal—a bachelor’ degree.
Walk you through the admissions process.
Support you throughout the program to completion.

Wherever you are on the credit ladder, Bethel offers FREE educational planning to keep you moving toward your goal of a bachelor's degree. Whether you have a few credits or more than 80, take the next step to change your future.

Call 651.635.8000 or 1.800.255.8706, ext. 8000 to speak to an admissions advisor.

Do you have a handful of credits?

The General Studies program with the option of an Associate of Arts degree may be for you.

Develop your individual educational plan to complete your degree in consultation with an advisor. The plan will map out efficient options for earning all the credit you need to graduate. Some of your previous life learning and experience may translate into credits to apply to your degree (ways to earn credit).

Do you have 60 credits or more?

With 60 or more credits you may choose a major after attending an educational planning workshop. An advisor will help you develop a workable plan to complete remaining credits while you take courses in your major.

Do you have more than two years' worth of college credit?

Applicants who have the following number of credits accepted in transfer and who meet all the prerequisite and general education requirements may immediately enroll in a major. In approximately 18 to 20 months you may earn your bachelor's degree.

Degree Program	Credits Accepted in Transfer
Business Management	80
Christian Ministries	80
Communication Studies	73
Human Resource Management	79
Organizational Leadership	82
Nursing	86

Programs

Each major is structured as a series of courses taken one at a time with classes meeting one evening each week.

General Studies (with the option of an A.A. degree)
Complete 60 credits and earn an Associate of Arts degree on your way to a bachelor's degree.

B.A. in Business Management
This major is a unique blend of business practices and theory, technological applications, and energizing discussions that pertain to current trends and key business disciplines.

B.A. in Christian Ministries
The Christian Ministries major explores the Biblical, theological, theoretical and practical dimensions of ministry. The major educates students for effective ministry or prepares them for seminary and other graduate programs.

B.A. in Communication Studies
Competent communication is at the heart of all successful relationships—personal, social, or business. Learn to communicate at maximum effectiveness in the global marketplace The new communication studies major will develop and refine your practical communication skills to help you tackle the challenges of today’s marketplace.

B.A. in Human Resource Management
The business world has recognized that an organization’s competitive advantage will come from its talent pool. Explore future trends in Human Resource Management while gaining the necessary skills to work in both corporate HR departments and the growing area of HR outsourcing.

B.A. in Organizational Leadership
This program is designed for those seeking to increase their leadership knowledge and capabilities. It is a multidisciplinary program that focuses on developing ethical and values-driven leaders who work at all levels of corporate and nonprofit organizations.

B.S. in Nursing
This degree adds relevant knowledge to the basic preparation of nurses, respecting their previous education and experience. It continues building and refining professional thinking and practice. The application of Christian faith is integrated with course work and clinical experience.

How Do I Apply?

Attend an information session or meet with an admissions advisor.
Have previous transcripts sent to Bethel for a FREE evaluation.
Partner with an advisor to develop an individual educational plan that maps out your options for completing your degree.
Complete the College of Adult & Professional Studies application.
Begin your course of study!