Bethany College

bethany, a small college of national distinction, was founded march 2, 1840. for more than 170 years, bethany college has been a highly contemporary institution based in the tradition of the liberal arts. bethany's 1,300-acre campus is located in the northern panhandle of west virginia in the foothills of the allegheny mountains. pittsburgh, america's most livable city, is a 50-minute drive from campus. wheeling, w.va.; washington, pa.; and steubenville, ohio are less than a half-hour away. the college offers a wide array of studies, awarding bachelor of science and bachelor of arts degrees in more than 25 fields of study, many with options for emphasis. students also have the option of including one or more optional minors as part of their programs. the college's program of classical liberal arts education prepares students for a lifetime of work and a life of significance. bethany places particular emphasis on leadership and incorporates pre-professional education in dentistry,