HOME > ABOUT About Bethany Lutheran College is a Christian liberal arts college owned and operated by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod. The fifty-acre campus overlooks the Minnesota River Valley in Mankato, Minnesota, a community of approximately fifty thousand people. Address & Maps Directory Connect with Us Bethany at a Glance Academics Athletics Arts Facilities History & Mission Mankato Community Student Life President & Leadership Discover Bethany Admissions Bethany. Values. You. Expert professors, coaches and directors eager to guide my growth and champion my future. Safe hilltop campus within walking distance of thriving downtown READ MORE » Alumni The Bethany Lutheran College Alumni Office is your connection to Bethany! We organize alumni events, keep you informed about what’s going on at Bethany, and READ MORE » Annual Events See also the main Events Calendar for all events, or the Academic Calendar. READ MORE » Art Bethany provides a variety of programs, classes, and extracurricular activities that allow students to explore and develop their artistic talents. The campus gallery hosts regular READ MORE » Athletics The Bethany Vikings are an NCAA Division III team in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. Our give students numerous opportunities to excel athletically. About compete READ MORE » Bethany Profiles Get to know Bethany a little better by learning more about the great people that are our faculty, staff, and alumni! Looking for a specific READ MORE » Campus Facilities Bethany is a beautiful place to learn, and for our residential students, it’s a great place to live too! Check out our campus facilities here READ MORE » Clubs and Organizations Bethany has numerous opportunities for students to get involved and have fun outside the classroom! These clubs and organizations are generally student-led with a faculty READ MORE » Group Visits Bethany is excited to host your group, no matter the size, 2 – 200! Whether you are looking for just a one-hour tour or an READ MORE » Majors and Minors Major Fast Facts Usually each major is between 36 and 45 credits, at least 18 of which are from upper division courses. A minor has READ MORE » Media Gallery Photo galleries, video, and webcasts are a great way to see inside a day in the life of Bethany Lutheran College. See pictures and recordings READ MORE » Music A rich tradition in music is reflected in the number of activities available for student participation. Four choral groups, four bands, a chamber orchestra, and READ MORE » Residential Life Fall 2021 Move-In Information Welcome to your new home! The Residence Halls will be open for new and returning students to move in on Saturday, READ MORE » Spiritual Life At the heart of Bethany’s mission are Christian faith and values. A college education at Bethany is not just about mastering equations, conducting research, or READ MORE » The Bethany Mascot Get to know Halvar: Birthday: September 27 Favorite Color: Bethany Red! (#c41230) Favorite Hymn: ELH 211, “Built on the Rock” Dream Vacation: Visit the Alexandria, READ MORE » Theatre Every Bethany student has the opportunity to audition for an acting role or to join a production crew. The theatre department produces several performances each READ MORE » Visit Bethany Personal Visits 9:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m., Mon–Fri. Schedule a personalized tour & chat with a professor, coach, or director. Open Houses Hosted on weekends, visitors READ MORE » News Bethany to break ground for Student Activity and Wellness Center October 26, 2021 Bethany’s fall enrollment sets record September 14, 2021 Bethany top ranked in latest U.S. News poll September 13, 2021 Return to campus update from President Pfeifer – August 9, 2021 August 9, 2021 Read More News Bethany Magazine Events NOV 28 Fall Campus Art Show DEC 4 Admissions Open House DEC 5 Christmas at Bethany DEC 6 Psychology Pecha Kucha Presentations DEC 7 Media Arts & Graphic Design Capstone Showcase DEC 7 Psychology Pecha Kucha Presentations DEC 8 SOCL320 Student Research Project Presentations DEC 8 Women's Basketball at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire [Away] Dec 8 DEC 10 Admissions Open House DEC 10 2021 Fall Commencement Event Calendar Academic Calendar Support BLC Bethany depends on alumni and friends to continue its important mission. Ways to Give Thank you for your prayer and support. Bethany Lutheran College provides Christian higher education in a challenging academic environment where personal mentoring guides students to pursue knowledge, truth, and discernment for productive and fulfilling lives. Map/Directions Call Now Ways To Give RESOURCES A-Z Index Campus Maps Directory Accreditation SERVICES Bookstore/Spirit Store Library/Archives MyBLC BLC Email Bethany Cares CONTACT 700 Luther Drive Mankato, MN 56001 800-944-3066 507-344-7000 © 2021 Bethany Lutheran CollegePolicies & NoticesHelp & FeedbackSearchSign In Social Media Directory We Value Your Privacy SETTINGS NextRoll, Inc. ("NextRoll") and our advertising partners use cookies and similar technologies on this site and use personal data (e.g., your IP address). If you consent, the cookies, device identifiers, or other information can be stored or accessed on your device for the purposes described below. You can click "Allow All" or "Decline All" or click Settings above to customize your consent. 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