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Is the 4-year Graduation Guarantee for me?
The 4-Year Graduation Guarantee is not for all students. There are many good reasons why you may choose to take longer than four years to graduate.
- You may have family or work responsibilities that prevent you from completing an average of 16 credits per semester.
- You may find your interests change while you are at Bethel College, leading you to change your major field of study.
- You may involve yourself in internships in preparation for your post-graduate career.
- You may take specific additional courses to meet the requirements for teacher licensure, a certificate or a minor.
- You may choose to study abroad* for a year.
- You may choose to involve yourself heavily in extracurricular activities as a citizen of the campus and community.
Each of the choices that you make may enhance your education, yet they make it more difficult to finish the 4-Year Graduation Guarantee on schedule. Nevertheless, many students in each of the above circumstances can finish their degree programs in four years.
*Not all study abroad experiences provide the breadth of coursework necessary to complete a major. Students considering study abroad must consult the academic dean to determine if the four-year graduation guarantee will continue to apply.
If you have additional questions, you can contact the Vice President for Academic Affairs or the Office of Admissions:
Contact Information
Office of Admissions
Bethel College
300 East 27th Street
North Newton, KS 67117
Toll-free: 1-800-522-1887 ext. 230
Local: (316) 284-5230
admissions@bethelks.edu
Hours
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday