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About Belhaven University

faith-based missionsmall class sizesdoctoral programsselective private university

Belhaven University is a private university in Jackson, MS, known for its faith-based mission, small class sizes, and doctoral programs. With an acceptance rate of 43%, Belhaven University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 262 students each year. Belhaven University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1200, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Belhaven University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $16,653 per year; the sticker price of $38,425 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Belhaven University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

43%
Overall Accept Rate
1090
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 980 – 1200 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Belhaven University

Essay Strategy
Belhaven is a Christ-centered university that integrates faith and learning into every program, so your essays and short answers should genuinely reflect how your faith or values shape your academic and personal goals rather than treating it as an afterthought.
Test Score Strategy
Since Belhaven is test optional and your score is below their 75th percentile, you are better off withholding it and letting your GPA, activities, and essays carry your application instead.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Belhaven University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$38k/yr$10.6k
30k-48k~$38k/yr$12.8k
48k-75k~$38k/yr$17.0k
75k-110k~$38k/yr$19.5k
110k+~$38k/yr$20.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

51%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$39k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,767
Undergrad Enrollment
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