Catalog 2017 – 2018 Bethel College N o r t h N e w t o n , K a n s a s Bethel College N o r t h N e w t o n , K a n s a s Bethel College North Newton, Kansas 67117-1716 316/283-2500 800/522-1887 www.bethelks.edu Bethel College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools: 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504 1-800-621-7440 Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students: Bethel College provides its educational services in compliance with applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws. The content of this document is provided for the information of the student. It is accurate at the time of printing but is subject to change from time to time as deemed appropriate by the college in order to fulfill its role and mission or to accommodate to circumstances beyond its control. Any such changes may be implemented without prior notice and without obligation and, unless specified otherwise, are effective when made. Copyright © 2017, Bethel College. All rights reserved Bethel College’s Invitation to You We invite you to live and study with us at Bethel College. Here you will find a community that supports your pursuit of knowledge, a fulfilling vocation and a meaningful direction for your life. Here you will join classmates and professors who make service to one another and to the world an integral part of learning. As you nurture your faith, enhance your intellect and hone your skills at Bethel, you will grow to become a caring member and faithful leader of the world community. We invite you to: Seek You’ll find that your professors and classmates will engage, challenge and inspire you as they join you in an exhilarating pursuit of knowledge and personal fulfillment. A wide range of academic programs and study abroad options means you are sure to find the right program to prepare you for your future. Outside the classroom, you can connect with the campus community through athletic events, all-school service days, lectures, dances, plays and musical productions. Check out the many opportunities for participation you will have at Bethel. Serve Whether through living and studying together or participating in activities together, students come to know and care for each other. At Bethel, you will be encouraged to integrate faith and learning, empowering you to view questions and dilemmas from multiple perspectives. You also will have regular opportunities to give of yourself to serve others – on campus, in the community and around the globe – in order to stretch and strengthen your spiritual life. Grow Bethel provides you the space and support you need to grow as a person, build your faith and have some fun. Intellectual and spiritual growth converge to start you on your chosen path – toward a career, possibly grad school, certainly a fulfilling life. Our caring community will challenge you to excel academically, to think creatively and carefully and to live with integrity. Excellent academic and student life programs foster a wonderful Christian intellectual community at Bethel College. You are welcome here. Dr. John Sheriff, Interim President Contents About the College......................................................................................................................................................... 9 Bethel College at a Glance .................................................................................................................................... 9 Location ................................................................................................................................................................ 9 Academic Year Calendar (2017-18) ................................................................................................................... 10 Admissions ......................................................................................................................................................... 10 Financial Aid and Expenses ................................................................................................................................ 13 College Community ................................................................................................................................................... 17 Bethel College Vision Statement ........................................................................................................................ 17 (adopted by the Bethel College Board of Directors, October 2011) ................................................................... 17 Bethel College Mission Statement ...................................................................................................................... 17 (adopted by the Bethel College Board of Directors, October 2014) ................................................................... 17 Bethel College Values Statement........................................................................................................................ 17 (adopted by the Bethel College Board of Directors, October 2014) ................................................................... 17 History of Bethel College ................................................................................................................................... 17 Faculty and Staff ................................................................................................................................................. 18 Student Facts and Figures ................................................................................................................................... 18 Outcomes ............................................................................................................................................................ 18 Academic Services .............................................................................................................................................. 18 Student Services.................................................................................................................................................. 19 Counseling .......................................................................................................................................................... 19 Student Life ........................................................................................................................................................ 20 Intercollegiate Athletics ...................................................................................................................................... 22 Affiliate Organizations ....................................................................................................................................... 22 Academic Program .................................................................................................................................................... 24 Structure and Purposes........................................................................................................................................ 24 Accreditation and Affiliation .............................................................................................................................. 24 Programs of Study .............................................................................................................................................. 25 Off-Campus Programs ........................................................................................................................................ 26 Academic Degrees .............................................................................................................................................. 28 Graduation Requirements ................................................................................................................................... 29 General Education Goals .................................................................................................................................... 29 Credit Policies ..................................................................................................................................................... 34 Academic Procedures ......................................................................................................................................... 36 Academic Policies .............................................................................................................................................. 40 Advising Tracks ......................................................................................................................................................... 45 Aviation .............................................................................................................................................................. 45 Aviation - Flight Track ....................................................................................................................................... 45 Aviation – Air Traffic Control Track .................................................................................................................. 45 Environmental Science ....................................................................................................................................... 46 Physics ...............................................................................................................................................................