Tuition & Financial Aid
Grants are a form of gift aid, meaning you don’t need to repay them. Most grants are based on your level of financial need determined by the results of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Grants may be considered taxable income at both the state and federal level.
Bethel-controlled grants and scholarships require a minimum of half time enrollment in courses required for graduation. Recipients must also be in good standing and working toward their first bachelor degree. Grants will be pro-rated for less than full time attendance. Below are the grant opportunities for new incoming students starting in the 2027-2028 academic year. If you started at Bethel in 2026-2027 or earlier, please view the aid opportunities for prior years.
Bethel Campus Housing Grant
Need-based grant for new students that are Bethel Promise recipients and living in Bethel campus housing.
Amount
Up to $2,000 per year ($1,000 per semester).
- The grant is pro-rated for less than full-time attendance.
- Bethel will adjust institutional gift aid to avoid over-awards as summarized in Bethel's financial aid terms and conditions.
Renewal
Need-based institutional grants are not automatically renewable. Eligibility is determined annually, and the amount may vary, based on results of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and institutional policies.
Eligibility
Recipients must qualify for the Bethel Promise Grant and live on-campus. The grant may be used for qualified educational expenses as defined by IRS publication 970 (e.g. tuition and fees). Financial aid offers will be adjusted shortly after the beginning of the semester to add or remove the Campus Housing Grant based on students' housing decisions.- Must qualify for Bethel Promise Grant.
- Must live on campus.
- Must be admitted as a degree-seeking College of Arts & Sciences student for the 2027-2028 academic year.
Eligibility exclusions: Resident Assistants, BUILD Housing Mentors and Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) students are not eligible for this grant.
How to apply
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Bethel Promise Grant
Need-based grant for families whose adjusted gross income is below $80,000.
Amount
Incoming fall 2027 students
- For students living in Bethel on-campus housing, the total of the Federal Pell Grant, Minnesota State Grant based on 15 credits per semester, and Bethel-controlled grants or scholarships should come within approximately $2,000 of full-time, full-year tuition.
- For students living off campus, the total should come within approximately $4,000 of full-time, full-year tuition.
Additional details:
- The grant is prorated for students attending less than full-time.
- Bethel will adjust institutional gift aid to prevent over-awards. Review Bethel's financial aid terms and conditions for details.
If you're looking for information about the Bethel Promise Grant last offered to incoming students in the 2026–2027 academic year, visit our list of past aid opportunities for incoming students.
Renewal
The Bethel Promise Grant is not automatically renewable; eligibility is determined annually. The amount may vary based on the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), family adjusted gross income, and institutional policies.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Bethel Promise Grant, students must:
- Meet the minimum high school or transfer GPA requirement:
- Incoming fall 2026 students: 3.0 unweighted on a four-point scale
- Incoming fall 2027 students: 3.0 weighted on a four-point scale
- Demonstrate eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant
- Have a family adjusted gross income (AGI) below $80,000, as reported on the FAFSA
- Not be in default on a state or federal student loan
- Be enrolled in at least six credits that apply toward graduation requirements
- Meet satisfactory academic progress (SAP) standards
- Have not already earned a baccalaureate degree
- Enroll as a first-time degree-seeking undergraduate student in the College of Arts & Sciences
Incoming students with at least 24 post–high school college credits are considered transfer students.
AGI comes from the federal 1040 income tax return and is reported on the FAFSA.
Dependent students
For dependent students, Bethel considers the AGI of the parent or parents, and a stepparent when applicable. The dependent student’s own AGI is not included when determining whether the family AGI is below $80,000.
When parents are divorced, separated, or were never married and do not live together, the parent who provides more financial support to the student should be listed as the parent of record on the FAFSA. Bethel reviews that parent’s income when determining Bethel Promise Grant eligibility.
Independent students
For independent students, Bethel considers the student’s AGI. If the student is married, the combined AGI of the student and spouse must be below $80,000.
Eligibility exclusions
The following students are not eligible for new Bethel Promise Grants:
- Minnesota Dream Act applicants
- Bethel employee tuition benefit recipients
- Tuition Waiver Exchange Program recipients
- Bethel ROTC (UAROTX) scholarship recipients
Other Bethel grants and scholarships
Bethel Promise Grant recipients may also receive the following Bethel-controlled scholarships:
- Music and Media Performing Arts Scholarship
- Church Partnership Scholarship
- Holman Chemistry Scholarship
- Edgar G. Johnson Memorial Physics Scholarship
- Myers Engineering Scholarship
- NASA Physics Scholarship
- Jeremiah 29 Scholarship
How to apply
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
More information
Want to learn more? Check out frequently asked questions about the Bethel Promise Grant.
Federal Pell Grant
Various amounts for students with high need.
Amount
21% of College of Arts and Science students received the federal Pell Grant in 2023-2024. The Pell Grant ranged from $600 to $7,395. Half of our Pell Grant recipients received between $2,900 and $6,800 with an average Pell Grant of $5,370.
Students enrolled for fewer than 12 credits per semester will receive a pro-rated Pell Grant. Below is a chart of enrollment intensity relative to full-time (we credits) enrollment.
| Credit Hours |
Enrollment Intensity (used in 2024-25 and following) |
Example: 2024-25 |
Enrollment Status Equivalent (used in 2023-24 and prior years) |
Example: 2023-24 |
| 12 (or more) | 100% | $1,000 | Full-Time | $1,000 |
| 11 | 92% | $920 | Three-Quarter Time | $750 |
| 10 | 83% | $830 | Three-Quarter Time | $750 |
| 9 | 75% | $750 | Three-Quarter Time | $750 |
| 8 | 67% | $670 | Half-Time | $500 |
| 7 | 58% | $580 | Half-Time | $500 |
| 6 | 50% | $500 | Half-Time | $500 |
| 5 | 42% | $420 | Less-than-Half-Time | $250 |
| 4 | 33% | $330 | Less-than-Half-Time | $250 |
| 3 | 25% | $250 | Less-than-Half-Time | $250 |
| 2 | 17% | $170 | Less-than-Half-Time | $250 |
| 1 | 8% | $80 | Less-than-Half-Time | $250 |
Renewal
Eligibility is determined annually, and the amount may vary based on results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)and federal policies.
Eligibility
Awarded to students with the highest financial need.Academic requirements
Must be a student in good standing and working toward first bachelor's or associate's degree.
Must be enrolled in more than zero credits in courses required for graduation. Grants will be pro-rated for less than full time attendance.
How to apply
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
Various amounts for students who qualify for a Pell Grant.
Amount
5% of College of Arts and Science students received the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant in 2023-2024. The FSEOG range was from $1,800 to $4,000. Half of our recipients received $4000 with an average of FSEOG of $3,900.
Renewal
Need-based institutional grants are not automatically renewable. Eligibility is determined annually, and the amount may vary, based on results of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Eligibility
Must qualify for a Pell Grant.Academic requirements
Must be a degree-seeking student and enrolled at least half time in courses required for graduation, be in good standing and be working toward first bachelor’s degree. Grants will be pro-rated for less than full time attendance.How to apply
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Minnesota State Grant
Various amounts for Minnesota residents who demonstrate need.
Amount
In recent years, approximately 30-35% of College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) students received the Minnesota State Grant.
- In 2023-2024, half of CAS recipients received between $5,600 and $6,100. The smallest grant was $100, and the largest was $13,900. The average was $6,600.
- In 2024-2025, half of CAS recipients received between $4,600 and $8,400. The smallest grant was $195, and the largest was $11,200. The average was $6,000. No students will receive a Minnesota State Grant for courses taken during the summer 2025 semester due to a state budget shortfall.
- In 2025-2026, we anticipate that Minnesota State Grant amounts will decrease compared to 2024-2025 due to a state budget shortfall.
Renewal
Each year, a student’s eligibility for a Minnesota State Grant is calculated based on the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). After attempting four years of full-time postsecondary education, students are no longer eligible.
Eligibility
Minnesota residents with demonstrated need. For complete eligibility requirements, see the Office of Higher Education.
Academic requirements
Students must meet the following academic requirements:
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress and remain in good academic standing.
- Enroll in at least one credit each semester in courses required for graduation.
- Work toward a first bachelor’s degree.
The amount of your Minnesota State Grant depends on the number of credits you take each semester. Students enrolled in at least 15 credits per semester may receive the maximum award.
For College of Arts and Sciences students, initial financial aid awards are based on enrollment in 15 credits per semester. Three weeks after the semester begins, the Minnesota State Grant will be adjusted to reflect your current enrollment. Your grant will be reduced if you are enrolled in fewer than 15 credits.
There is no separate interim term. Fall credits count toward the fall semester, and spring credits count toward the spring semester. Credits cannot be moved from one semester to another for Minnesota State Grant purposes.
How to apply
Complete the FAFSA by the deadline for your academic term. You must submit the FAFSA within 30 days of the start of the term.
Deadlines
- Fall 2026: September 15, 2026
- Spring 2027: February 2, 2027
- Summer 2027: June 22, 2027
For more information, visit the Minnesota Office of Higher Education website.
Minnesota Student Teacher Grants
Various amounts are available for Minnesota residents who demonstrate need and are student teaching.
Amount
On a funds available basis, selected undergraduate and graduate students may receive awards of up to $7,500 for one term.
Eligibility
In general, applicants must:
- Be enrolled in an eligible Minnesota college or university in an eligible teacher preparation program that requires at least 12 weeks of student teaching
- Be student teaching for the term in which student is applying for the grant
- Be meeting satisfactory academic progress as defined by Bethel
- Demonstrate financial need
- Meet one or more of the following requirements:
- Intend to teach in a designated rural school district in Minnesota
- Intend to teach in an identified license shortage area
- Belong to a racial or ethnic group underrepresented in the Minnesota teacher workforce
How to apply
Complete the following steps to apply for a Minnesota Student Teacher Grant:
- Complete and submit the Student Teacher Grants application through the MNAID Student portal.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Minnesota Dream Act application and demonstrate financial need.
- Email the Office of Financial Aid to confirm that you submitted your grant application.
Priority deadlines
- Fall 2026: August 3, 2026
- Spring 2027: November 16, 2026
Submit the student section of your application well before the priority deadline. This gives the Office of Financial Aid enough time to complete the school section.
Awards depend on available funding. Applications submitted after the priority deadline will still be accepted, but eligible students will likely be placed on a waitlist. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Applications will close October 30, 2026 for fall semester. Students can still apply for spring semester.
More information
More information is available at the Office of Higher Education.
Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant (TEACH)
Up to $4,000 per year for students enrolled in teaching programs and commit to serving low-income students in a high-need field.
Amount
Eligible full-time students may receive up to $2,000 per term. This amount will be adjusted for less than full-time enrollment. The maximum total for undergraduate students is $16,000 and $8,000 for graduate students. Due to federal sequestration, TEACH awards first disbursed after March 1, 2013, are subject to change.Renewal
Students must apply each year.
Eligibility
Students must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens completing the coursework required to become a teacher. Recipients of a TEACH Grant must serve as a full-time, highly qualified teacher in a high-need field, in a school serving low-income students for a minimum of four years within eight years of graduation.
This grant reverts to a Direct Unsubsidized Loan, with interest accrued from the date of each grant disbursement, if students don’t complete teaching requirements.
Please note that students who have a felony conviction may not be successful in obtaining a teaching position and therefore would not be able to fulfill the required teaching service.
Academic requirements
Eligible students must be enrolled in one of the following approved education programs.
Undergraduate majors
- All education majors
- Biochemistry/Molecular Biology
- Biology
- Business
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Spanish
Undergrad students must score above the 75th percentile on an admissions entrance test (e.g., ACT, SAT) or have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 GPA (high school GPA for first-year undergrads, college GPA for continuing and transfer students).
Graduate programs
- M.A. in Special Education
- M.A. in Teaching
- M.A. in Education K-12
- M.A. in Elementary Education K-6
Graduate students must be pursuing a master’s degree to be eligible. Licensure-only students are not eligible. Graduate students who are not current teachers must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 from their most recent schooling; however, students who are current teachers or who are retiring and have expertise in a subject in which there is a shortage of teachers have no GPA requirement.
How to apply
Apply for aid through Bethel by completing your FAFSA. Then complete the following steps, in order, at studentaid.gov/teach-initial-and-subsequent-counseling:
- Complete the Initial and Subsequent Counseling
- Sign an Agreement to Serve or Repay
More information
If you don’t complete the required teaching service or other requirements, your grant will convert to a Direct Unsubsidized Loan. The loan must be repaid in full, with interest (accrued from the date of each grant disbursement), to the Department of Education. Once a TEACH Grant is converted to a loan, it cannot be converted back to a grant. From disbursement on, TEACH Grants are all serviced by the same servicer, FedLoan Servicing. For TEACH customer service and service obligation questions, please vist studentaid.gov/teach-grant-program.
After graduating or withdrawing from school, students must complete TEACH Exit Counseling on the federal student aid website.