Southwest Baptist University

Southwest Baptist University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Bolivar, MO. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Southwest Baptist's 2024 tuition & fees is $28,320 for the academic year 2023-2024. 83% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $15,568.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 2,386 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
Southwest Baptist ranked 17th in Missouri Colleges rankings. Southwest Baptist University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Southwest Baptist University is $28,320. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,133.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $29,738 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,814.
Undergraduate$28,320
Graduate$6,133
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
Undergraduate$29,738
Graduate$6,814
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Southwest Baptist University is 100.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26.02%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,040.
The average graduation rate is 43%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 2,386 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 Southwest Baptist Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »100.00% Acceptance Rate / 26.02% Yield
Test Scores »1,040 SAT / 21 ACT
Graduation Rate »43%
Transfer-out Rate32%
Retention Rate67%(full-time), 28% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio9.09% (11 to 1)
Student Population »2,386 (1,836 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$15,568

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
Southwest Baptist Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Southwest Baptist University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Southwest Baptist
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Southwest Baptist University Directory Information

Address1600 University Ave, Bolivar, MO 65613-2596
Phone800-526-5859
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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