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Bethany Lutheran College Reviews

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  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Kyle from Lakeville, MN

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors are great. The classes are small so you really get a lot of one-on-one time.
    Am enjoying being here

    All of the staff really care about you as an individual, you are not just a number at this college. There is always something to do after classes are over - sports, music, theater, etc.
    Bang for the buck

    A private christian college with very low tuition compared to other private christian colleges. Small class size. Numerous majors and minors. Great clean and safe dorms. Plenty of extracurricular activities to participate in or just to watch.
    Tips for prospective students

    Please come visit and more than once, especially in your junior high school year if you can. Apply for financial aid early and get your application in. There is always something going on here, so visit more than once.
    Great for these types of students

    Students that want a smaller, christian (Lutheran), safe, and clean college where you are an individual not a number to the professors and staff.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Nichole from Golden Valley, MN

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will enjoy being here

    Many people I know have attended Bethany and everyone tells me that they had a lot of fun. It's a small campus which allows students to make many strong friendships.
    Bang for the buck

    Bethany seems to be expensive, but it provides a lot of scholarships. The people who work there also try to help prospective students reduce costs and keep money from not hindering them from attending. A good education from professors who care is really worth the cost, no matter what it may be.
    Tips for prospective students

    Work hard for all the scholarships that Bethany offers that apply to you. When I first looked at the cost I thought there was no way I would be able to afford it. But Bethany offers a lot of scholarships and it really helped reduce the cost.
    Great for these types of students

    Those who want a smaller campus where professors know and care about the students. I believe that unlike most other colleges, the professors here really work hard and try to make sure that students are understanding and learning.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    BLC Student

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    bethany is a great school to attend if you're looking for something small and close-knit. it's impossible to walk to class and not have someone smile and greet you by name!
    Tips for prospective students

    there is somewhere for everyone to fit in on the bethany campus. if you're a theater person, no problem. music, no problem. runner, no problem. despite our small student body, there is a place for everyone.
    Academic Rigor

    i know for a fact that the education program here is one of the most difficult majors to complete because of the grading scale. (here's proof: f= 70%!) it's definitely a more challenging program than any of my friends going for the same major have at their schools.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms here are separated by gender, which is nice and difficult at the same time. the girls dorms tend to be quieter than the boys, but getting school work accomplished during visiting hours is a little tricky. however, i'd venture to say that more people here like the separated dorms than do not.
    Food and Dining

    the food in the caf is really good, especially on their specialty nights! it's also really fun and relaxing to hang out in the viking village, which offers fast-food style dining. there are a bunch of tvs and couches in there, so the atmosphere is relaxing.
    What to do for fun

    at bethany there are many sporting events to attend, as well as other campus events like noche de salsa or swing dancing. additionally, the river hills mall is just a few miles away from campus is shopping is more your thing.
    Bang for the buck

    bethany is the least expensive private school in all of minnesota. it's going to be very hard to beat all the individualized attention and small class sizes that are offered here. (for example, most of the upper division classes in the education department have 10 or fewer students!) even the general education courses (i.e. biology, religion, etc.) have no more than about 35 students.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    bethany has the annual letefisk dinner every fall. we also have a wonderful christmas music celebration called christmas at bethany, which features all of the music ensembles and choirs on campus. however, make sure to reserve your tickets early! these concerts sell out very fast! also, unlike most institutions, if you are a bethany student or on staff or faculty, you get free admission to just about every event on campus! this ranges from sporting events, to music concerts, to musicals and plays!
    Great for these types of students

    bethany is a great school for anyone who is els- or wels- lutheran. however, it is not a requirement to be a member of one of these synods. it's also great for the students who want to get away from the large metropolitan area but still want some of the city feel. mankato is far enough away from the twin cities that you won't have to worry about your parents just stopping by, but it is close enough to drive up to the mall of america for the day.
    Clubs and Activities

    we have many clubs on campus ranging from pro-life groups to emotional health and wellness.
    Greek Life

    there are no sororities or fraternities on campus.
    Campus Safety

    our security team is fantastic. i always feel safe walking about the campus, even in the evenings, because i know that they are watching the cameras that overlook the parking lots, the green, and the buildings.

  • Stephanie from Cottage Grove, OR

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Bethany Lutheran College is a nice, small, christian college. I like going here mostly because I feel as if I fit in. Even though I am states away from home, I feel like I'm home at Bethany Lutheran College.
    Tips for prospective students

    I would suggest that you get a tour if at all possible, I didn't and got lost the first two days. Also don't be afraid to ask questions, the people are extremely nice and if they don't know they will tell you wear you can find your answer.
    Academic Rigor

    I'm just going to give this a five starts because every body cares how well you do.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms have RA's that love to help you out, and if you forget your keys in your room they will unlock the door for you! The rooms are cozy and they aren't far from the rest of the Campos... they are right on the Campos (quick walking distance from each academic building!)
    Food and Dining

    There are two different choice for food. The V (aka the viking village) and The Caf. (aka our cafetiere and buffet food choice) I work in the Caf for work study and get free meals when ever I work. and the if you don't like what is on main line that day there is always the choice of cereal, waffles, sub sandwiches, and or salads. Then in the V there is a good selection of 'fast foods' it isn't fast service but you can take food out unlike in the caf, plus it is a more hang out type place to eat then in the caf. Personally, both dinning selections are Amazing!
    What to do for fun

    Not far from the Campos there is Alexander park which has a few fun things like tennis, bad mitten, out door ice rink in the winter (if cold enough) Plus there is a cheep ice skating rink not far either. I go to the mall, Perkins, Walmart and the Ice rink with my friends all the time! plus we have a showing room were people play video games and watch movies. These are gust a few small fun things about Bethany. There are billions more!
    Bang for the buck

    free theater tickets for school plays, showing room (like movie theater) to play Video games and watch movies, and more. All of the professors (that I've had) really care about how you do and will do what they can to help you succeed! (that's just some of the high points.)
    Campus Safety

    The security guards are fun, nice, and always on the look out for something that might be wrong. drugs and other things you would normally find on a campus are not see because we are a Lutheran school so it is less likely. If something is wrong you are told and there are tunnels that keep you warm in the winter and safe during a twister or other storm. I would say that Bethany is extremely safe!

  • Alissa from Lismore, MN

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Whether it is lessons in the classroom, on the field, or during campus activities, I am always learning something new every day at Bethany. Still, the amount you learn is directly linked to your willingness to learn. The best mind is an open mind. I have learned how to better manage my time, especially since I am in sports and do work study in addition to all of my classes. I have learned better communication skills (through my speech class), which will come in handy in the future. I have learned a lot of problem-solving techniques through different assignments in my art class. I have also learned that running eleven miles with friends does not feel like eleven miles.
    Am enjoying being here

    I most definitely enjoy being here. When I first visited campus, I could not believe how friendly everyone was. To my surprise, the people at Bethany are always like that. Also, I enjoy all of my classes, the campus activities, the aports events, playing in the pep band. There are not many aspects about Bethany that I do not like.
    Bang for the buck

    Bethany is a small campus. You get to know your professors and they get to know you. For that benifit alone I feel Bethany is worth every cent. Also, Bethany does give out a lot of merit-based scholarships, which helps mosts of the students, including me, in being able to come to Bethany. Great people. Great professors. Great college.
    Tips for prospective students

    Use your time wisely: Get your assignments done as aoon as possible because your schedule fills up faster than you can imagine. One moment you have a week for a paper, then the next you are going to practice, hanging out with new friends, going to campus events, and doing a huge load of laundry.
    Another good tip: Get involved...but not too much. Being in a few activities helps you get to know people (possibly future best friends or life partners). Yet being in too many will make you feel overwhelmed. Be smart.
    Great for these types of students

    Bethany is a good fit for a wide variety of students, yet I feel that the arts (music, visual art, and theater) are a very prominent area on campus. There are a lot of recitals, art lectures, art shows, the christmas consert, and awesome plays in the theater. Bethany does have a seminary as well if that is of interest.

  • Abigail from Vernon Center, MN

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I'm only taking 2 classes this semester, but I'm learning a lot in them. COMS 101 and HIST 111.
    With COMS, we're learning how to use Macs. I'd never done that before, but I think I'm doing pretty good now! Only problems I've had are not Prof. Meyer's fault
    HIST? Prof. Moeller is awesome. I've learned SO much from him. He's got a sense of humor as well.
    Q: What were Alexander the Great's last words?
    random multiple choice option: THIS... IS... SPARTA!!!
    Oh... and Moeller also gives you cookies when you finish a test. :D
    Am enjoying being here

    I love it!! Everyone is really nice. I'm sure that when/if my wheelchair gets stuck around campus this winter, I'm not going to be short of helpers. No one seems mean/unhelpful at all. I'm accepted for who I am.

    And of course, the professors are great. I've only had Moeller and Meyer, but I really like their teaching styles and such. I've learned a lot, and they do a good job with teaching.
    Bang for the buck

    Heh... um, I'm not exactly a good person to ask about this. Minnesota and some other states have a program called Post Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO). It's where high-school juniors and seniors can take college classes, and have it paid for by the state. I'm doing that right now, although I am planning on attending here once I graduate. So - for at least the next year and a half, don't ask me about the money aspect of this.
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't be afraid to ask for help. You're gonna get it if you ask. Everyone around here is willing to help! The professors are really nice and understanding. They only get frustrated with you if you REALLY deserve it :P
    Also - MN winters kinda suck. So, there are underground tunnels connecting most of the newer buildings on campus so you don't have to go in the snow. Check 'em out!
    Great for these types of students

    People who like small classes would be great here... my classes this semester have less than 30 each. This also leads to you getting noticed more often if you have questions. MUCH easier than in a larger classroom.
    Also, if you like a campus that almost has a family/at home atmosphere... this is it. Unless you encounter a scared-to-death freshman on their first week on campus, pretty much everyone is happy/friendly. You won't feel alone - ever.