SOUTHWEST BAPTIST UNIVERSITY

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Southwest Baptist University

School Overview

Southwest Baptist University has a Southern Baptist religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in Bolivar, MO). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

1600 University Ave
Bolivar, MO 65613-2596
Main Phone: (800) 526-5859
Web Site: www.sbuniv.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,565 (full-time equivalent) students. 96.8% of students attend full-time, while 3.2% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 194 male students and 332 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 36.9% of the student body, while females made up 63.1%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (2)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 90.5% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Associate's Degree
Certificate, 2-4 years
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Romance Language And Literature

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Religion

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Theology And Religious Vocations

School Accreditation

Southwest Baptist University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Southwest Baptist University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Southwest Baptist University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 17,376
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 13,982
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 17,376

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.

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