Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002502
- Phone: (913) 253-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
70.86%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$13,897Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Southwest Baptist University
13720 Roe Avenue, Leawood, KS
Southwest Baptist University is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Bolivar, MO, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Southern Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at Southwest Baptist University is nearly three thousand yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs SBU offers:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 20 - 26 on the ACT or 830 - 1150 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. Southwest Baptist University admits roughly 90 percent of students applying. Of those accepted, nearly 33 percent enrolled. Additional information regarding admissions can be found through the school or by requesting information here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $20,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $3,300 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The Southwest Baptist University Bearcats participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students should visit the school's sbuniv.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Southwest Baptist University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Southwest Baptist University is around 3,400 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 13% enrolling as graduate students and 79% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $24,000-$28,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Per unit charges are around $950 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 95% | $16,253 |
Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $7,207 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Southwest Baptist University may offer services to students like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: Southwest Baptist University
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1978)
Campus: Southwest Baptist University Springfield Center
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southwest Baptist University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Football (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Southwest Baptist University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Education (A, M)
- Elementary Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, D, M)
- Physical Education (B)
- Middle School Teacher (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Southwest Baptist University.
- Drury University in Canton, MO (27 miles away)
- Evangel University in Kansas City, MO (27 miles away)
- Cottey College in Saint Louis, MO (55 miles away)
- College of the Ozarks in Joplin, MO (68 miles away)
- Missouri Valley College in Joplin, MO (105 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in Kansas
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- Review a list of Kansas Bible and Christian Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002502
- Phone: (913) 253-5000
- School Homepage