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.
Bethany Lutheran College
700 Luther Dr.
Mankato, MN 56001
Bethany at a Glance
Bethany offers 60 majors, minors, and other programs taught by our 77 faculty members. We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Bethany Athletics is part of NCAA Division III and includes 17 varsity programs. Excellent athletic facilities include two gymnasiums, three athletic fields, tennis and racquetball courts, fitness rooms and an indoor track.
Bethany loves to get creative! Browse our programs in art, music, theatre, and speech. Check out the Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center and our other arts facilities.
On our beautiful 50-acre campus, there are 11 buildings, including many great places for the arts, athletics, academics, worship, and more! Bethany's residential students occupy four residential buildings.
In 1911, Bethany Ladies College opened with 44 students and four faculty members. In 1927, the Norwegian Synod (later known as the Evangelical Lutheran Synod) purchased the college and operated it as a two-year co-educational junior college until 2001. Since 2001, Bethany has been a baccalaureate-granting institution.
BLC is a Christian liberal arts college owned and operated by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod and committed to the teachings of the Bible as expressed in the statements of faith known as the Lutheran Confessions.
Bethany is located in the heart of Mankato, Minnesota, a welcoming, friendly, and safe community of just over 50,000 residents. Mankato includes a variety of shopping spots including a large mall. Coffee shops, gift stores, and antique shops add a unique flavor to the downtown area. The Verizon Center, just one mile from Bethany, hosts concerts, entertainment acts, and sporting events. Mankato also has numerous lakes, rivers, trails, parks, golf courses, and ski areas. Additionally, all of the exciting cultural and entertainment opportunities of Minneapolis-St. Paul are just 80 miles away. Learn more about our Mankato Community.
About 62% of Bethany students live on campus.
- Experience residential life at Bethany
- Grow in your Christian faith as a student
- Participate in student clubs and organizations
- Be active in art, music, theatre, speech, and athletics
- Read stories from current students.
Gene Pfeifer is the current President of Bethany Lutheran College.
Read more about Bethany's President, Board of Directors, and other leadership.
Discover Bethany
Admissions
Visit Us Apply Now Request Info Bethany’s impressive campus is the setting of rigorous academic exploration, life-enriching spiritual growth, and active community participation. In no
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
Annual Events
See also the main Events Calendar for all events, or the Academic Calendar.
Art
Bethany provides a wide range of classes and extracurricular activities that allow students to explore and develop their talents. Bethany hosts regular exhibits by guest
Athletics
Bethany Athletics Coronavirus Update Staff members at both Bethany and its conference affiliate, the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC), have continued to monitor COVID developments
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
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
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
Majors and Minors
Our 27 available major programs lead to a bachelor of arts (B.A.) degree, or for the nursing major, a bachelor of science in nursing (B.S.N.)
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
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
Residential Life
With approximately of our students living on campus, you’ll find that residential life at Bethany is an essential part of a fulfilling collegiate experience. Living
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
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
Visit Bethany
In-Person Options: Weekday Personal Visits – 9:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m., Mon–Fri. Schedule a personalized tour & chat with a professor, coach, or director. Weekend Open Houses – Social time, short
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