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Belhaven University

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world rank  3297

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Overview

Established in 1883, the Belhaven University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Jackson (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Mississippi. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Belhaven University (BU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. Belhaven University (BU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 142-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Belhaven University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Belhaven University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Belhaven University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Belhaven University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym BU
Founded 1883
Motto Non Ministrari Sed Ministrare
Not to be served but to serve
Colours Forest green and Vegas gold
Mascot
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University Location

Address 1500 Peachtree Street
Jackson
39202 Mississippi
United States
Belhaven University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Belhaven University Phone Number (601) 968 5940
Belhaven University Fax Number (601) 968 9998
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Belhaven University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Belhaven University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Belhaven University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Belhaven University.



Belhaven University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Belhaven University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Belhaven University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Belhaven University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Belhaven University's Admission Office Admission Office

1500 Peachtree Street
Jackson 39202
(601) 968 5940
800 960 5940

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Belhaven University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Belhaven University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Belhaven University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Belhaven University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Belhaven University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Belhaven University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Belhaven University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Belhaven University is Christian-Presbyterian Religious Affiliation

Christian-Presbyterian. Presbyterian Church (USA) - www.pcusa.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Belhaven University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Belhaven University's Library
Belhaven University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 45,852 physical volumes, 2,555 physical media, 65,033 digital/electronic media and 105 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 13 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Belhaven University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Belhaven University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Belhaven University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 579 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Belhaven University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Belhaven University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Belhaven University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Belhaven University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Belhaven University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Belhaven University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Belhaven University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Belhaven University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Belhaven University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1946


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Belhaven University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Dance, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Belhaven University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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