by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 285 undergraduates in 2020, Bethesda is a very small, private university located in Anaheim, California. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Bethesda offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Bethesda can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Bethesda Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Faith-based colleges and universities like Bethesda typically have similar core requirements and offerings to secular institutions but likely require undergraduates to take some religious studies.
If a Other enhanced curriculum interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Other Colleges and Universities.For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Bethesda Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Bethesda does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Bethesda Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Bethesda for Veterans Guide.
Bethesda does not offer on-campus housing.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Bethesda has a comparatively very small, student body. There were 285 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 235 (82.5%). Part-time attendance was 50 (17.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 235 | 50 | 285 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Bethesda is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Bethesda #1229 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Bethesda by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Bethesda Diversity Guide.
Bethesda has a total of 30 student athletes, 18 men and 12 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $174,655 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $174,655 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Bethesda University Athletics