Quick Facts Extracurricular Activities at Bethany Intercollegiate Bethany Activities Admission Financial Aid Fees for International Student Programs Bethany at a Glance Bethany Lutheran College is a private, residential, Christian, co-educational, liberal arts college founded in 1927, owned and operated by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod. It offers a quality education that prepares students for meaningful and successful lives and an environment that fosters close enduring friendships. Minnesota is a model state for the U.S.A. in education, health care, economic development and government. Mankato is in an area of the U.S.A that features four seasonal changes.
Climatic conditions vary widely from season to season.
Students usually attend from over 20 states in the United States and more than 6 foreign countries. Since many students transfer to four-year colleges upon completion of the Associate in Arts degree, specific programs are designed to meet the student's individual needs. Overlooking the scenic Minnesota River Valley, the campus occupies over 50 acres with 11 buildings, including two men's and two women's residence halls and two athletic fields. Every building on campus is wired for Internet access and computer use. The Marvin M Schwan Restaurant and Conference Center, on 700 acres in northwestern Wisconsin offers additional facilities for special events, study and field trips.