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Bethel University Quick Facts

MISSION STATEMENT

Striving for athletic excellence for greater kingdom impact.

We see to accomplish this mission by:
• Applying well organized and high energy efforts to build a vibrant culture within and amongst our sport teams.
• Collaborating as a strong partner in learning, desiring to enhance the richness of the student athlete's Bethel experience.
• Committing to a team's building process that reinforces the core values of the institution as the challenges and opportunities inherent in sports training and competition unfold.

ATHLETIC INFORMATION

Bethel is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAC).

As a member of the NCAA at the Division III level, Bethel, like all Division III institutions, does not offer athletic scholarships. However, approximately 99% of all Bethel students receive some type of financial aid.

QUICK FACTS

Location: 3900 Bethel Drive, St. Paul, MN 55112
Founded: 1947
Enrollment: 3,800 (all programs)
President: Ross Allen
Religious Affiliation: Converge Worldwide (Formerly Baptist General Conference)
Nickname: Royals
Colors: Navy and Vegas Gold
Conference: Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC)
National Affiliation: NCAA Division III
Director of Athletics: Greg Peterson
Senior Women's Administrator: Gretchen Hunt
Head Athletic Trainer: Justin Byers
Director of Athletic Communications: David Nelson
Faculty Representative: Bethany Opsata
 

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