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Belhaven University

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Overview

Belhaven University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Jackson, Mississippi, United States. Founded in 1883, Belhaven University (BU) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. BU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 143-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. BU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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

Identity

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

Address 1500 Peachtree Street
Jackson
39202 Mississippi
United States
Belhaven University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Belhaven University Phone Number (601) 968 5940
Belhaven University Fax Number (601) 968 9998
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Belhaven University is legally chartered, licensed 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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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Belhaven University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Belhaven University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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.



Belhaven University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Belhaven University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Belhaven University 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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Belhaven University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Belhaven University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Belhaven University Admission Info


Belhaven University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Belhaven University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Belhaven University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Belhaven University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Belhaven University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 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

Yes


Belhaven University's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Belhaven University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Belhaven University Size and Profile


Belhaven University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Belhaven University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Belhaven University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Belhaven University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Belhaven University's Control Type Control Type

Belhaven University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Belhaven University's Entity Type Entity Type

Belhaven University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Belhaven University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Belhaven University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Belhaven University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Belhaven University 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



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Facilities and Services

Belhaven 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, 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

Belhaven 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


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Academic Structure

Belhaven University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Belhaven University 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)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Belhaven University public or private?

Belhaven University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Belhaven University profit or non-profit?

Belhaven University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Belhaven University in terms of enrollment?

Belhaven University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Belhaven University in terms of academic staff?

Belhaven University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Belhaven University a coeducational institution?

Belhaven University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Belhaven University use?

Belhaven University 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.

What religion is Belhaven University affiliated with?

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

Does Belhaven University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Belhaven University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Belhaven University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Belhaven University BU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). International students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Belhaven University BU located?

Belhaven University is located in Jackson, Mississippi, United States. Address: 1500 Peachtree Street.

Is Belhaven University BU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Belhaven University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (since 1946).

Does Belhaven University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Belhaven University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Belhaven University have a university library?

Yes 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.

Does Belhaven University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, 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.

Does Belhaven University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Belhaven University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Belhaven University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Belhaven University offer 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.

Does Belhaven University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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