BE GLOBAL If you have a heart to change the world, to reach the lost, and to partner with God to set the captives free, keep reading. If you believe that distant borders, cultural barriers, language gaps, and politics can’t prevent God from fulfilling His mission to make disciples of all nations, then this is for you. Bethany Global University is the training ground for those who want to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. It is more than a university; it’s a community of like-minded people who passionately pursue God and the work He has called us to do. Throughout the world there are people who are waiting for help, who are waiting for hope, and who are waiting to meet the One who lives in and works through you. They are waiting for you.
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THREE MAJORS – ONE MISSION Bethany Global University is focused on training missionaries to extend God’s kingdom to where it is not. This one mission is accomplished through three distinct majors: 1. Intercultural Ministry Studies: For those who want to pioneer new mission fields, plant churches and be prepared for a variety of ministry opportunities as they come on the ever-changing landscape of missions. Learn how to bridge between culture, language, and world views to help others see the truth. With this major, freshmen have the option to study with your peers on campus or from your home context in our online program. 2. Transformational Entrepreneurship in Missions: For those who want to start business opportunities overseas and use business to bless communities and share the gospel. Learn how to turn ideas into profits, create jobs and have the drive to transform societies for Christ. Students who pursue this major will study among their peers and alongside our world-class professors on campus. This major also includes a minor in Intercultural Ministry Studies. 3. Education in Missions: For those who love to help children thrive worldwide. This major equips you to teach in a classroom while sharing Christ’s love with the lost. Learn how to use the Montessori method of education to teach children and gain access to communities that need to hear the Gospel. With this major, freshmen have the option to study with your peers on campus or from your home context in our online program. This major also includes a minor in Intercultural Ministry Studies. All three majors are unique, but with the following in common: • Double Major: Each includes an additional major in Bible & Theology. • Global Internship: You will spend 16 months overseas doing missions while you earn your degree during your junior and senior years.
Bachelor of Arts in
INTERCULTURAL MINISTRY STUDIES
Bachelor of Arts in
TRANSFORMATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN MISSIONS
Bachelor of Arts in
EDUCATION IN MISSIONS
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As a Global Intern you will learn to move comfortably between cultures as you live, study, and minister for 16 months at one of several overseas locations*. Each Global Internship location focuses on unique ministry and learning opportunities to give you exposure and experience in areas of personal interest. Language learning and intercultural studies coursework takes place in the context of the cultural you are in.
HUNGARY FRANCE
TURKEY
SLOVENIA
GHANA
KENYA
*Countries are subject to change year to year.
BACHELOR OF ARTS FOUR YEAR TIMELINE Freshman Year (2 semesters) • On Campus or Online • Bible & Theology Classes • 15 hours a week of Practical Training • Monthly Campus Events
Sophomore Year (2 semesters) • On Campus • Prefield Preparation Classes • 15 hours a week of Practical Training • Partnership Development • Monthly Campus Events
Junior Year (3 semesters) • • • • •
NEPAL
THAILAND
Overseas on Internship Work in local ministries Language classes on-site Intercultural classes online On-field retreat and one survey trip to a nearby country
Senior Year (fall semester)
INDONESIA
• Continue ministry and online studies overseas
Senior Year (spring semester)
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• Back on campus • Final classes to complete major • Review learnings from Global Internship • Prepare for next steps in life *Some freshman year activities are only for residential students.
IMAGINE THIS... You can get an excellent education at many Christian universities and you can even get a bachelors degree in intercultural studies at some of them. However, Bethany Global University is the only accredited missionary training program that combines 16 months of hands-on training overseas with academic coursework to equip you with both the knowledge and the experience you need to make a life long impact. Why is this important? Imagine this… You come to BGU and discover that you have a passion for teaching. You major in Early Childhood Education and teach local Somali children English during your freshman and sophomore years, as you prepare to go overseas. During your junior year, you begin your 16 month Global Internship where you learn how to reach through cultural barriers with the help of your site leaders and online courses. You enjoy ministry and outreach while learning Swahili and spend time getting to know the local people. During your second semester abroad, you begin to teach English to Kenyan and Somali children just like you did back on campus. For your final semester, you arrive back at our Minneapolis campus for a semester of re-entry to debrief, process all you have learned on your Global Internship, and prepare for the next step in your journey.
“After my two years on campus and 16-month internship, I could be dropped anywhere in the world and know how to be an effective missionary”
-Michelle, BGU Alumni
Imagine graduating with: A double major in Education in Missions and Bible & Theology A minor in Intercultural Ministry Studies Experience teaching English domestically and internationally Sixteen months of cross-culture ministry experience Two years of practical work experience Proficiency in a second language The ability to learn any language rapidly This is just one example of many possible paths you can follow at BGU. All with little to no debt for most students‌ Learn more about our tuition-paid model bethanygu.edu/tuition.
FREE ENRICHMENT COURSES Try out a class at BGU for free online. We are always working to add free (unaccredited) classes online to help you grow in your faith and expand your mission. Featured Courses
Learn about God's plan for the world and how you fit in it.
Learn how to hear the voice of God to discern your calling.
Learn what it takes to be a successful missionary overseas.
Learn how to pray strategically for the mission field.
Find more courses and sign up for free at BethanyGU.edu/enrichment
OTHER PROGRAMS AT BGU Associate of Arts in Intercultural Ministry* This program focuses on biblical and theological studies, personal and spiritual development, ministry, and missions. AA students also participate in Practical Training and are also eligible for the Tuition-Paid model. This program includes a 6-8 week overseas component. Certificate Programs* BGU's Certificate in Bible and Missions is focused on laying a strong biblical foundation and grow in your understanding of God's mission. This program is offered on campus or online with various start dates. BGU's Certificate in Pre-field Preparation, or LEAD Venture, is offered on campus with one start date each year. This program is designed to help you discover your calling and make an impact in the world. The spring term is spent overseas doing ministry with online study. Master of Arts Degrees BGU's offer three Masters degrees designed to help you expand your ministry, grow your confidence, and increase influence in international settings. Our degree programs include Intercultural Ministry Studies, Intercultural Ministry Leadership, and Intercultural Ministry Education; all of which are completely online making them affordable and easy to complete anywhere in the world. *Transferrable into a BA in Intercultural Ministry Studies
RESIDENTIAL TUITION AND FEES Bethany does charge tuition, but qualified students will have their tuition paid through a combination of the following: 1. Federal Pell Grant All students who wish to receive the tuition-paid benefit are required to apply annually for Federal Student Aid by completing the FAFSA online. The Pell Grant will be applied toward your tuition cost. 2. Practical Training Tuition Scholarship or the Federal Work College Award All residential students have a Practical Training assignment in a department on campus, which qualifies them to receive the Practical Training Tuition Scholarship or Federal Work College Award as compensation. This covers $6,675 of the student’s annual tuition costs. 3. BGU Tuition Scholarship If a student’s tuition costs are not fully covered by the Pell Grant and Practical Training Financial Aid, the BGU Tuition Scholarship covers the remaining tuition balance, no matter how much it is. Room, Board, and Required Annual Fees These costs are not covered by the Tuition-Paid model, but you may be able to cover all or part of them if you qualify for Federal student loans. • Annual Room & Board: $8,250 • Annual Fees: $1,950
ONLINE TUTION & FEES Online students benefit from very reasonably priced tuition, lowering your cost of education while you study from your own ministry context. Tuition is also banded at 12 credits per semester, meaning that you are not charged for any credits after your first 12 in a single semester. • Tuition: $350 / credit • Annual Fees: $225 For the most up-to-date information about the tutition & fees, qualifications, scholarships, and discounts, go to bethanygu.edu/tuition.
HOW TUITION-PAID WORKS
FEDERAL PELL GRANTS
BGU TUITION SCHOLARSHIP
PRACTICAL TRAINING TUITION SCHOLARSHIP OR THE FEDERAL WORK COLLEGE AWARD
COLLEGE COST COMPARISON
Average Annual Total Costs & What You Actually Pay
$40,000
$48,510
TOTAL COST
$30,000
$21,370
$20,000 $27,290
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WHAT YOU PAY
TOTAL COST
$14,880
WHAT YOU PAY
PRIVATE 4 YEAR COLLEGE
PUBLIC 4 YEAR COLLEGE
Stats taken from collegeboard.org
$23,700
TOTAL COST
$10,200
WHAT YOU PAY
BETHANY GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
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“Bethany has a rich heritage, a spiritual DNA of faith, international fruitfulness, and a great future ahead.” —Loren Cunningham, Founder of YWAM
“I have followed the great ministry of Bethany for over half a century. I am just thanking the Lord for BGU’s impact around the world.” —George Verwer, Founder of OM
Our New
ONLINE LEARNING OPTIONS We have put 70+ years of effort into designing our programs to train missionaries to reach the unreached. And we want to take every opportunity to make our training accessible and flexible for you. That's why we've introduced our new Online Hybrid Program. This is an optional program that allows you to complete your freshman year online before moving to campus. The Online Hybrid Program offers extra flexibility for both time and location that will allow you to start your journey to becoming a missionary from anywhere. More online options and updates to this program are coming soon. Go to bethanygu.edu/online to learn more and for the most up-to-date information.
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