Bethesda University's published cost of attendance is $13,575. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $9,747, middle-income families pay around $12,063, and higher-income families pay approximately $13,575.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $13,575 |
| Tuition and Fees | $7,220 |
| Books and Supplies | $200 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$2,478 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $11,097 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $9,747 |
| $30–48k | $9,527 |
| $48–75k | $12,063 |
| $75–110k | $11,759 |
| $110k+ | $13,575 |
Bethesda University's published cost of attendance is $13,575. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $9,747, middle-income families pay around $12,063, and higher-income families pay approximately $13,575. Azimuth ranks Bethesda University #34 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Bethesda University's aid structure combines need-based and merit components. Families apply for financial aid using the FAFSA, and the university participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. The affordability rank reflects both the headline cost and the debt load graduates carry: understanding how net price and sticker price differ helps families evaluate the true out-of-pocket commitment across income levels. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $9,000. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $38,703, median federal debt of $9,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $102 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios and to explore how different majors affect both earnings and debt service, use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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Graduates of Bethesda University earn median 4-year earnings of $38,703, placing the institution in the 1.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $11,496 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Bethesda University in the 17.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Bethesda University #1374 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern centers on Business, which anchors the institution's economic profile. Business Administration is the largest program by graduate scale and earnings combination, with 14 graduates, making it a key contributor to overall institutional outcomes. Bible/Biblical Studies also enrolls a substantial cohort of 5 graduates and delivers competitive earnings outcomes. These concentrations in Business (representing 54% of degrees) and supporting fields reflect Bethesda University's focused program portfolio and alignment with labor-market demand in the Southern California region.
