Overview
Southwest Baptist University is a 4-year Christian college in southwest Missouri affiliated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. SBU confers undergraduate degrees in over 80 areas of study. As a Christian university, SBU holds biweekly chapel services and requires participation in a minimum number of faith-building activities in order to graduate. Additionally, the SBU campus is home to the Center for Global Connections preparing students for missionary work abroad.
Acceptance Rate:
100%
Average Net Price:
$18,202
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1107
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $28,320 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $28,320 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $8,952 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
69%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
37%
Average Aid Per Year
$18,146
37%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,015
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,645
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
55%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,169
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$204
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Southern Baptist
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
61%
Submitting ACT
7%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1107
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,386
Total Number of Undergrads
1,836
0
100
35%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
48%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
61
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
65%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bearcats
School Colors
purple and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Great Lakes Valley Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$37,400
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI have been able to learn quite a bit in the past year that I have attended here. The wonderful thing about SBU is that the faculty care about you learning about life, and not just their subjects.
Jennifer from Springfield, MO
As a double major I began taking the maximum load possible my second semester of freshman year. One of my majors is Graphic Design and the other is General Music. Both require a rather large number of pre-requisites and I was kind of overwhelmed by the road ahead of me. To tell you the truth, it still seems overwhelming at times because I'm only one year into school and about to start my second and two majors can really take it out of you. I'm even taking summer courses so that I can try to complete both degree programs within four years. But every single teacher I have there is understanding of what I'm trying to accomplish. Every single class I have taken here has been informative and relevant to the degree program to which it applied and up to date! I ended the year with a 3.7 GPA and I know that the knowledge I gained from the year will carry over into the next three years and inevitably into my career!
Abigail from West Plains, MO
It is a great place to meet new people and connect with the community.
The courses are challenging but will help you in the long run.
They have a variety of majors offered.
The courses are challenging but will help you in the long run.
They have a variety of majors offered.
Parker from Walnut Grove, MO
It is truly a Christ-centered, caring, academic community.
It is a beautiful campus, always striving to be better.
Professors truly care about you as a person.
It is a beautiful campus, always striving to be better.
Professors truly care about you as a person.
Haley from Springfield, MO
I recently completed my first semester at SBU. The instructors take an interest in your learning, they don't act like teaching is just a job. I would recommend SBU to anyone looking to further his education.
Debra from Springfield, MO
There are many academic opportunities at Southwest Baptist. Specifically, I want to talk about the Dutile Honors Program, which has provided me personally with many opportunities. As part of the honors program, I have to upgrade a certain amount of my general education courses into an honors version. For example, instead of taking Introduction to Economics, I will be taking Honors Economics. These honors courses are not designed to be filled with busywork to make them seem more difficult. Rather, they encourage us to think critically about the subject.
happy student
As a biology/pre-med major at SBU, I have been taught by excellent professors both in my field of study as well as the general education courses I have taken. I have learned life lessons as well as a great deal of knowledge from my classes.
Kara from Bolivar, MO
Southwest Baptist University - Mercy School of Nursing in Springfield, MO has been a wonderful learning experience with very dedicated instructors. The nursing program is very organized with hands on training and valuable life-skills. The program has given me an opportunity to grow both scholastically but also personally in my journey.
Julie from Springfield, MO
Southwest Baptist University is a great place to get an education. So far in my two years at SBU I have learned so much and have been challenged by every single one of my professors. I believe this university is preparing me to be a better person and future educator.
Katie from Bolivar, MO
According to their numbers, 95% of SBU seniors pass the MFAT exam (about business)
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