Catholic 6-12 prep school in Faribault, MN with 236 students, small classes, learning support programs, AP courses, and 18 varsity sports
Bethlehem Academy is a Catholic 6–12 prep school in Faribault, Minnesota, serving 236 students with an average class size of 15. The school actively supports students with mild learning differences through dedicated learning difference programs, providing a structured environment where students can succeed academically while engaged in the school's Dominican tradition of prayer, study, community, and service.
With 50% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Bethlehem Academy offers a rigorous curriculum including AP courses, college-in-the-schools dual enrollment, and specialized support for students navigating learning challenges. The school maintains a comprehensive extracurricular program with 18 varsity sports, arts offerings, and clubs to help all students develop confidence and find their strengths.
Tuition ranges from $3,272–$4,729 for middle school and $6,705 for high school, with 55% of students receiving financial aid averaging $2,265. Rolling admissions are available through Admissions Director Kris Sauer at (507) 334-3948 or bacards.org.
At a Glance
Grades6-12
Students236
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$7,184
Fin. Aid55% receive aid
Est.1865
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1865 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,184 |
| Tuition Notes | Middle School: $3272-4729; High School: $6705; Fees separate. |
| Total Students | 236 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 20 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | 6-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Kris Sauer |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 55 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,265 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 11 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Advanced Courses
Calculus (U of MN/College in the Schools)Human Physiology (U of MN/College in the Schools)Macroeconomics (Marquette Univ)Microeconomics (Marquette Univ)Philosophy (Marquette Univ)Theology (Marquette Univ)U.S. History-1865 to present (U of MN/College in the Schools)
AP Courses
AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and CompositionAP European HistoryAP Music TheoryAP Statistics
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Dance · Diving · Football · Golf · Gymnastics · Ice Hockey · Riflery · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling · Show More (1) · Hide |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Campus Ministry · FFA · International Student Club · Knowledge Bowl · National Honor Society · S.A.D.D. · Student Council · Theater Club · Vex Robotics · Arts and Music Programs: · Band · Choir · Painting/Drawing · Photography Class · Studio Arts · Veritas Yearbook · Woodworking |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.bacards.org/sites/bacards.org/files/files/Private_User/efriesen/Calendar/2021-22%20BA%20Calendar%20v5.pdf |
| Average ACT Score | 25 |
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