U.S. News and World Report awarded Belhaven the prestigious title of Best Value for Regional Universities. Best Value schools are above average academically and cost considerably less than many other schools when the financial aid that they dispense, in the form of need-based grants and scholarships, is taken into account.

Belhaven is one of only 100 universities in the country that received the distinction of "America's 100 Best College Buys." For over 10 consecutive years, Belhaven has been recognized for its affordability.

Belhaven received the "College of Distinction" Award from CollegesofDistinctions.com, which honors colleges excelling in key areas of educational quality. Colleges with this honor are recognized for excellence by educational professionals.

Belhaven has developed a high-quality online program that allows students greater flexibility to balance their education and the many demands of life. Students attending one of America’s Best Online Colleges are getting a higher quality education and economically relevant programs that lead to successful career paths.

Belhaven is proud to have been named one of America's Best Christian Colleges every year since 1996.

Belhaven was also named a "Christian College of Distinction." This designation honors some of the most prestigious Christian colleges in America. Only 54 Christian colleges and universities were selected as a Christian College of Distinction.

Belhaven has been named among “College for Veterans” in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Our military friendly admissions process allows us to streamline the military benefits process and better serve those who have served.

Belhaven University was awarded the title of "Military Friendly School." The Military Friendly Schools' list honors the top colleges and universities that are doing the most to embrace America's military and veterans as students.

The School of Business at Belhaven University was recognized as a Business College of Distinction.

Received Specialized Accreditation for Business Programs Through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education also known as IACBE.

The College of Education at Belhaven University was recognized as an Education College of Distinction.

Top college administrators voted and recognized Belhaven’s focus and strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Belhaven University’s School of Nursing has been named a Nursing College of Distinction.

Only four institutions in the state of Mississippi were honored by CollegesofDistinction.com, which focuses its ratings on four distinct categories: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant campus communities and successful outcomes.

Business Insider named Belhaven as Mississippi's "Hardest College to Get Into." Belhaven's selectivity helps to prepare students for their academic careers.

Money.com has recognized Belhaven’s quality and affordability, and honored the University with the 2019-2020 Best Colleges for Your Money accolade.

Belhaven is also a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU), an international higher education association of intentionally Christian colleges and universities.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) continues to nationally recognized Belhaven University for its commitment to transfer students.

Belhaven is well known for its commitment to the arts, and it is one of only 36 schools in the United States to be nationally accredited in all arts programs: dance, music, theatre and visual arts.

Belhaven was honored as one of the country’s Most Home-School Friendly Colleges. Among one college or university selected from each state, Belhaven receives high reviews from the homeschool community and has a rich history of accepting homeschoolers.