Graduate Admissions

Applicants for Bethel’s graduate programs are each considered separately. Admissions decisions are made through a comprehensive file assessment by the Academic Review Committee.

You can apply online HERE. We have a thorough application that covers the range of your educational and professional experience. Topics included are:

• Education Experience
• Work and Volunteer Experience
• Computer Skills
• Professional References

Each application must also include a check or money order for the non-refundable $75 application fee. To pay by phone, please call our toll free number: 1-877-4-BETHEL.

Each student must submit an official transcript of degree(s) earned from their graduating institution. You may also include transcripts for any postgraduate classes you’ve competed for possible credit towards your Bethel graduate degree. Note: It often takes up to two weeks for most institutions to respond to transcript requests, and some require small fees.

Download Transcript Request Form

Your undergraduate degree and postgraduate coursework must be from a regionally accredited institution.

Two references are required as part of the application process. These references should be professional colleagues, managers or former professors at a past university.

Include an essay with your application on the topic: “Why I am a great Master’s degree candidate and my plans for my degree.”

Include a standard resume listing all your professional experience.

Every Bethel graduate student must fill out an FAFSA financial aid application. Just go to the FAFSA website to find the online application. You are also welcome to call Bethel’s Financial Aid office at 1-866-BETHELU.

International Students Only: Complete and return all materials related to the International Graduate Student Application.

Experience Counts: Transfer in up to 6 credit hours of postgraduate level courses.