Bethany College - Top Programs & Partnerships

Welcome to Bethany College.

Welcome to Bethany College, where we pride ourselves on offering exceptional programs that cater to diverse interests and career aspirations. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare administration or esports, Bethany College has programs designed to fuel your ambitions. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, we have established partnerships with renowned institutions, providing our students with unparalleled opportunities for growth and success. No matter your educational focus, vast possibilities await you at Bethany College.

POPULAR MAJORS

COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA

Refine your voice. Sharpen your impact.

Bethany College’s communications and media arts program offers a wealth of experience, drawing from over 60 years of teaching and hands-on learning. Whether you choose to major or minor in communications, you will be equipped for a rapidly- evolving career.

As a student in the communications and media arts program, you will engage in rigorous coursework while gaining invaluable real-world experience, accumulating hundreds of hours of practical training. From campus media courses to internships, you will be well-prepared to enter the professional sphere upon graduation. Whether your interest lies in traditional communication or broadcasting, our program offers on-campus opportunities, such as working with our online newspaper, the Towers Online, or our campus television station, which broadcasts through Comcast Cable TV (BCTV) and YouTube’s BethanyCollegeTV channel.

PSYCHOLOGY

Unlock minds and transform lives.

Bethany College’s psychology program offers a wide range of emphases, including science, human service, pre-occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy, pre-art therapy, and pre-sports psychology. These specialized pathways within the department provide you with endless opportunities to dive deeper into the psychology field and explore various concentrations that align with your passions and aspirations.

Whether you have enthusiasm for scientific research, a desire to make a difference through human services, or an interest in the psychology of art or sports, Bethany College’s psychology department has the resources and expertise to support you every step of the way. You will have the chance to engage in hands-on experiences, collaborate with faculty on exciting projects, and expand your knowledge through immersive research and learning opportunities.

MANAGEMENT

Empower, excel, and lead.

Bethany’s business program offers a transformative journey that opens doors to numerous career paths. With a versatile degree in management, you will acquire knowledge and skills that can be applied across various areas within the dynamic business field.

Along with the fundamental principles of management, our comprehensive curriculum will offer you specialized knowledge in efficient planning, organizing, leading, innovating, and controlling organizational efforts, preparing you to navigate the inner workings of the modern workplace.

By examining the role of ethics in a diverse society, you will develop a deep understanding of responsible leadership and decision-making. This approach ensures that upon graduation, you will possess the knowledge, skills, and ethical ideals necessary to excel and make a positive impact in your workplace.

Our biology program offers a unique approach to learning. You will learn science by doing science with passionate professors guiding you. Dive into biology from molecular intricacies to ecosystems, with a well-rounded curriculum. What sets us apart is the practical application and real-world experiences through immersive fieldwork and hands-on research conducted in our newly-renovated Kirkpatrick Lab.

In coordination with recent partnerships, you can reap the rewards of being a Bethany College graduate, while earning a degree from your choice of renowned institutions, including West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM), Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), and more.

At Bethany, you’ll have access to an immersive outdoor classroom with winding trails leading to a captivating waterfall. Our greenhouse fosters a deep connection to nature and knowledge with hands-on experience.

NEW MAJORS

DIGITAL MARKETING

Master the digital world.

As part of Bethany College’s digital marketing program, you will establish a solid foundation in the ever-evolving realm of marketing. As you embark on your professional journey, you will leave Bethany equipped with the knowledge to excel in one of the most sought-after fields.

Our program offers a range of courses that not only ignite your creative interests, but also prepare you for your future career. Seasoned faculty members will motivate you to achieve greatness through a curriculum that blends traditional marketing campaigns for sales, engagement, and activation with contemporary topics such as meme culture and marketing, influencer marketing and referral programs, the psychology of virality, and viral contests.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Uncover justice and investigate the legal world.

Embark on a transformative academic journey at Bethany College’s criminal justice program, where a liberal arts framework combines law, sociology, psychology, and public administration, fueling a multitude of careers in the field. Our curriculum dives into criminology, law enforcement, criminal investigation, as well as abnormal psychology, forensic chemistry, and constitutional law, all in small class settings that allow personalized attention from expert professors.

Whether you aspire to work on the frontlines of law enforcement or play a vital role in the rehabilitation of offenders, our program will equip you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel.

As a criminal justice major at Bethany, you will have the opportunity to enhance your learning through hands-on experience. Our program offers the option to complete an internship in a criminal justice setting, allowing you to integrate classroom knowledge with real-world practice.

HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION

Pave the way to lead healthcare.

Bethany’s healthcare administration program prepares you to become an influential leader and valuable contributor within various healthcare systems. You will gain a strong foundation in skills essential for effectively coordinating healthcare operations and functions within different entities.

Potential career paths for our graduates include management positions alongside administrators in private practices, pharmaceutical or insurance companies, as well as hospitals. The major’s curriculum focuses on the functions, roles, and impacts of healthcare, along with the application of finance and accounting principles to track and evaluate the financial status of healthcare organizations. Throughout the program, you will have ample opportunities to participate in project fairs, enhancing your practical experience.

As part of Bethany’s healthcare administration program, you are required to complete a healthcare strategy capstone course that proposes systemic changes to a hospital or hospital system. By the end of this course, you will be able to showcase your growth through a portfolio project that can impress future employers.

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NEW MINORS

ESPORT GAMING MANAGEMENT

Thrive in a technologically-advancing world.

Innovation is at its peak, and there has never been a better time to be part of our program. With the recent addition of an esport gaming management minor, you can seamlessly integrate your extracurricular activities with your studies. While indulging in your interest, you will learn all of the necessary components to turn your hobby into a fulfilling and lucrative career.

As an esport student, you will create relationships to advance your future career while focusing on aspects of design, management, and operations of the gaming field. With courses developed in partnership with Unity, a realtime, cross-platform development program, and the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), you will learn rich content from experienced professionals.

GAME DEVELOPMENT

Unleash your imagination.

Bethany College’s game development minor is a thrilling and immersive experience crafted in partnership with Unity Technologies, the unrivaled leader in the gaming industry. This cutting-edge program offers a curriculum that revolves around hands-on projects and portfoliobuilding coursework. By integrating real-world insights from industry experts, students acquire the precise knowledge, skills, and tools essential for success in the game development field. Designed to meet the evergrowing demand for talented game developers, this innovative program prepares students to excel on a global scale.

NEW GRADUATE PROGRAM

MBA 4+1

Launch your accelerated business career.

Studies indicate that students who graduate with an M.B.A. on average are more likely to get hired, start at a higher salary, and advance faster in their careers than with any other graduate degree. With Bethany’s 4+1 M.B.A., you will receive exceptional value by obtaining both an undergraduate and graduate degree in just five years. The program format will also enable you to gain competitive marketability, as it is designed with an emphasis on ethical decision making in order to shape students to become thoughtful, compassionate, and ethical business leaders.

You will gain real-world experiences through case studies and have the opportunity to apply for graduate internships while working on campus and completing your masters.

ASL

Bethanians can fast-track their legal aspirations through an innovative accelerated dual degree agreement with Appalachian School of Law. Students can now obtain a Juris Doctor in just six years instead of the typical seven, resulting in significant time and cost savings.

NEOMED

Gain valuable insight into the pharmaceutical field by taking advantage of our partnership with the Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) College of Pharmacy. Bethany College chemistry and biochemistry students can apply for early assurance to the NEOMED College of Pharmacy Pharm.D. program after completing 60 prerequisite credits from Bethany.

The two institutions will collaborate to offer pre-admission and pharmacy career counseling opportunities for prospective and current students at Bethany College.

Saint George’s University

Bethanians can now embark on a seamless journey from Bethany College to Saint George’s University in Grenada, West Indies, where they can pursue advanced degrees such as Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Bethany students who apply before or after Matriculation will receive fast-track status and prioritized review, interviews, processing, and decisions, as well as waived application fees.

West Liberty University

Bethany College has unified with West Liberty University to offer an uninterrupted educational journey in education and nursing. Upon fulfilling all course prerequisites for Bethany’s interdisciplinary studies program, students will seamlessly transition into West Liberty University’s esteemed teacher education or nursing program. This collaboration solidifies a seamless pathway, ensuring students can pursue their professional aspirations without any hindrance.

Wheeling DPT

Wheeling’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program provides yet another avenue to explore the field of healthcare. This partnership grants you access to exceptional resources and mentorship opportunities, ensuring you receive a wellrounded education and are prepared to positively impact the lives of patients as a skilled physical therapist.

WVU Reed College of Media

Through a transformative opportunity with West Virginia University’s Reed College of Media, you can choose from three accelerated graduate-level programs —integrated marketing communications (IMC), data marketing, and digital marketing.

This agreement stands out for its significant impact on graduate programs, empowering students to complete their studies in a single year, significantly saving both valuable time and money.

WVSOM

Our partnership with West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM), opens a world of possibilities for aspiring medical professionals. By earning early guaranteed admittance into the prestigious WVSOM, your dreams of becoming an osteopathic physician can be realized without the uncertainty and stress of the traditional application process.