Continue your Journey at Bethany College

Transfer to Bethany and experience a supportive community where your academic achievements are valued and your future goals become reality.

Your Success Story Continues Here

Bethany College is pleased to welcome transfer students. You know what you want in a college experience, and we're here to help you take the next step in your academic journey. Bethany offers a close-knit community, personalized attention from faculty and staff, and the resources you need to achieve your goals.


With small class sizes, hands-on learning opportunities, and a safe campus in Lindsborg, Kansas, Bethany offers the perfect environment to complete your bachelor's degree and prepare for your career.

Why Transfer to Bethany?

 Personalized Attention: Small classes mean you'll work closely with professors who know your name and are invested in your success. Get the individual support you need to excel academically.

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Seamless Credit Transfer: We work with you to maximize your transfer credits so you can graduate on time. Our admissions team will provide a detailed credit evaluation to show how your coursework applies to your Bethany degree.

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Vibrant Campus Life: Join a welcoming community with more than 20 recognized clubs and organizations, NAIA, leadership opportunities, and a rich tradition of arts and culture in the heart of Kansas.

Transfer Admission Requirements

Transferring to Bethany College is straightforward. Here's what we look for:

  • Minimum GPA: 2.0 cumulative GPA from previous institution(s)
  • Good Academic Standing: Must be eligible to return to your current institution
  • Official Transcripts: From all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was received
  • Application: Complete the Bethany College application for admission


Transfer Credit Policy: Bethany accepts credits from regionally accredited institutions for all courses transferred with a D- grade or higher. Academic support courses do not transfer. A maximum of 62 semester hours of college work will be accepted. Upon request, you'll receive a comprehensive transfer credit evaluation showing how your courses apply to your Bethany degree.


Bethany College participates in the Reverse Transfer Program with Kansas community colleges. This allows student to receive an associate's degree from their most recent community college by combing credits earned at Bethany and the community college in which the student is enrolled. Students who transfer at least 45 credit hours to Bethany are eligible to participate in the Reverse Transfer Program.

Degree Completion at Bethany

To earn your bachelor's degree from Bethany College, you must meet the following residency requirements:

  • Complete at least 31 credit hours at Bethany College
  • Complete at least 31 of your last 40 credit hours at Bethany College
  • Complete at least 15 credit hours at Bethany College that are upper-level (300-level or above) coursework, of which 12 must be in your major

These requirements ensure you receive a comprehensive Bethany education and are fully prepared for success in your chosen field.

Off-Campus Housing for Transfer Students

Housing Options

Transfer students who have successfully completed two academic years (or four semesters) of post-secondary undergraduate study at another institution in the United States before the start of the semester are eligible to live off campus.


All other transfer students are welcome to live in our comfortable on-campus residence halls, where you'll be part of a vibrant community and have easy access to campus resources, dining, and activities.