Overview
Student Population
| Location | Bolivar, Missouri |
| Online | sbuniv.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Southern Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Bolivar, Missouri, Southwest Baptist University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Southern Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 1,542 prospective students applied, and 1,131 were granted admission. Of those admitted 356 enrolled in the school. 1,869 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,170 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $24,500 plus fees of $1,008. Southwest Baptist University is ranked 579 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Southwest Baptist University is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Southwest Baptist University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#579 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#371 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Missouri
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#62 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1153 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| Weighted GPA | 3.55 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,008 |
| Room and Board | $8,040 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,048 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 39% |
| Education | 14% |
| Business | 9% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 6% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179326 IPEDS survey data for Southwest Baptist University.
Current students may use the Southwest Baptist University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.