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Start College This Fall.

A different start. The same destination.

Maybe college didn’t happen in August. Maybe your plans changed. Or maybe you started somewhere else and already know it isn’t where you belong.

You don’t have to wait until January.

Bethany College’s Fall Second Start gives you another opportunity to begin college on Oct. 12, take four condensed courses, and stay on track with the Class of 2030. All majors are eligible, financial aid is available, and campus housing is guaranteed.

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Get an Admission Decision in 24 Hours

If you’re interested in Bethany, we don’t want you waiting weeks for answers.

Apply today, and our enrollment team will work to provide an admission decision within 24 hours of receiving your completed application.

That means less waiting and more clarity as you make your college decision.

Our team can even help you complete your application if you have questions along the way.

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Everything You Need to Get Started

Second Start students take four condensed courses designed to keep you on track with students who began at Bethany in August. Second Start is available across all majors, and you’ll continue into the spring semester alongside the rest of your class.

Whether you didn’t start college this fall or started somewhere else and realized it isn’t the right fit, there’s still a path forward.

1. Apply to Bethany

Complete Bethany’s undergraduate application. If you’ve already applied, you don’t need to apply again.

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2. Complete Your FAFSA

Second Start students are eligible for normal financial aid. Complete the 2026–27 FAFSA and add school code: 003808.

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3. Transferring?

We’ll need your college transcript and a Statement of Good Standing. Our Enrollment team will help you understand exactly what you need to submit.

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4. Get Ready for Bethany

Once you’re admitted, we’ll help you with housing, your class schedule, financial aid and everything you need to arrive.

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A Personal Admissions Experience

Most colleges ask you to navigate the admissions process on your own.

We don’t.

When you connect with Bethany, you’ll have a dedicated admissions counselor who can answer questions, review your application, discuss financial aid opportunities, and help you understand what life at Bethany is really like.

Come See Bethany for Yourself

The best way to know if a college feels right is to experience it. Students who complete a campus visit may qualify for a $500 Visit Grant.

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Not Ready to Visit?

Schedule a virtual meeting and have a one-on-one conversation with a member of our admissions team from wherever you are.

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You Haven’t Missed Your Chance.

You can still start college this fall. You can still join the Class of 2030. And you can still become a Bison.

Ready? Start your application, and we’ll help with the rest. Have questions or aren’t sure where to start? Schedule an appointment with a counselor or contact the Center for Enrollment at 304.829.7611 or enrollment@bethanywv.edu.

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