NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — On Nov. 25, Emily Timperley, Bethel College’s director of institutional marketing and communications, announced to the Thresher community that Bethel has been ranked in the top 25 institutions in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing.
Bethel College has been included in the U.S. News & World Report annual rankings, placing No. 25 in Regional Colleges Midwest, No. 23 in Best Value Schools and No. 23 in Top Performers on Social Mobility.
In discussing the rankings, it is important to note the aspects of the school that contributed to the final results. The rankings are based on graduation and retention rates, faculty resources, financial investments and peer assessments from faculty and staff at various institutions. The Best Value Schools category recognizes Bethel’s ability to provide an academically rigorous education at a cost that remains competitive for students receiving need-based financial aid. The Top Performers on Social Mobility category highlights the college’s success in supporting low-income students, especially those who receive Pell Grants, on the path to degree completion.
Bethel College President Jonathan Gering shared his thoughts on Bethel’s ranking, stating:
“I am not surprised: Bethel College has always been highly ranked by the U.S. News and World Report and Washington Monthly. We are one of the highest ranked private colleges in Kansas. The rankings are generated by a wide range of variables, including faculty resources, financial resources and reputation among peers. I am proud that we are being recognized for value and social mobility because we have invested human and financial resources to pursue those outcomes. Roll On, Threshers!”
Since Bethel College first opened its doors in 1887, the institution has strived to give students the opportunity to set themselves up for success while remaining true to its Mennonite roots as the first Mennonite institution of higher education in North America. Bethel maintains a strong liberal arts identity as it continues its efforts to engage with the community and support students’ personal development that will last a lifetime.
Bethel College’s recent rankings reinforce the college’s mission statement: “Bethel College prepares students for meaningful lives of work and service through faith, formation, the liberal arts and practical experience in career pathways.” Bethel remains committed to providing students with the best possible education and a college experience to last a lifetime. The rankings from U.S. News & World Report and Washington Monthly reinforce that commitment.
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