College comparison

Bethel University vs Northwood University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Bethel University Saint Paul, MN	Northwood University Midland, MI
Acceptance rateNorthwood University is more selective	88%	65%
SAT (25–75)	1190–1300	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,871	1,974
Avg net price	$28,556	$27,232
Median earnings (10 yr)Bethel University reports higher median earnings	$63,764	$63,075
Graduation rate	71%	63%
Median debt	$21,500	$20,842
Economic mobility	—	2.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Bethel University or Northwood University harder to get into?

Northwood University is more selective: Bethel University's acceptance rate is approximately 88% and Northwood University's is approximately 65% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Bethel University vs Northwood University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1190–1300 at Bethel University and — at Northwood University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.