School Summary

Southwest Baptist University


General Information:

Founded in 1878, Southwest Baptist University is seated on 152 acres located in Polk county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 11:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 351. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
Religious control

Address, Phone and URL:

1600 University Avenue

Bolivar, MO
65613
For more information call: 417 328-5281. This school has a website at https://www.sbuniv.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.sbuniv.edu/admissions/apply.php


Application Fee: $30
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Required Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $0.00 $0.00
Room and Board $10,000.00 $10,000.00
Fees $2,000.00 $2,000.00
Total $12,000.00 $12,000.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.sbuniv.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: 3-2 Degree Program, Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 4% 4%
600-699 19% 27%
500-599 46% 50%
400-499 31% 15%
300-399 0% 4%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 8%
24-29 27%
18-23 45%
12-17 19%
6-11 1%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 23%
11-25% 24.00%
26-50% 34.00%
Under 50% 19.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Baseball, Basketball, Fencing, Football, Racquetball, Rock climbing, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Fencing, Golf, Racquetball, Rock climbing, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 696
Female 1,140
Total 1,836


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 948
Female 1,548
Total 2,496

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 5%
Hispanic 3%
Native American 0%
White 75%
Other 15%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 81%
At Least 25 Years Old 19%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 80%
Out Of State 20%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 70%
Live Off Campus 30%


Homecoming, Bye Bash, Concerts and Sporting events

Enactus, Student Government Association, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Missouri State Teachers Association, PSY CHI


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 51.0904                                           Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
  • 50.0402                                           Commercial and Advertising Art
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 09.0901                                           Organizational Communication, General
  • 27.0305                                           Financial Mathematics
  • 39.0601                                           Theology/Theological Studies
  • 39.0201                                           Bible/Biblical Studies
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 45.0101                                           Social Sciences, General
  • 13.0101                                           Education, General
  • 39.0501                                           Religious/Sacred Music
  • 19.0706                                           Child Development
  • 38.0201                                           Religion/Religious Studies
  • 31.0101                                           Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 09.0902                                           Public Relations/Image Management
  • 39.0401                                           Religious Education
  • 39.0301                                           Missions/Missionary Studies
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 15.0701                                           Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
  • 31.0504                                           Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 52.1101                                           International Business/Trade/Commerce
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 52.0204                                           Office Management and Supervision
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1322                                           Biology Teacher Education
  • 13.1323                                           Chemistry Teacher Education
  • 13.1305                                           English/Language Arts Teacher Education
  • 13.1316                                           Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
  • 13.1311                                           Mathematics Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1317                                           Social Science Teacher Education
  • 13.1331                                           Speech Teacher Education
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1203                                           Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 51.0913                                           Athletic Training/Trainer
  • 51.0911                                           Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 52.0399                                           Accounting and Related Services, Other
  • 52.9999                                           Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
  • 23.9999                                           English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
  • 52.1499                                           Marketing, Other
  • 51.0799                                           Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • 42.9999                                           Psychology, Other
  • 39.0699                                           Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.