Southwest Baptist University

Southwest Baptist University is a small four-year, primarily residential school, located in a distant small town (Bolivar, Missouri). It is a private religious school (not-for-profit), located in the Plains area of the country.

C. Pat Taylor is the President of the school. You can find more information about Southwest Baptist University by visiting their website.

Southwest Baptist University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, your high school ranking (where you were in your class), your transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 63% were admitted. There are currently 3,266 students enrolled in the Southwest Baptist University. The school is associated with the Southern Baptist church. This association may place additional restrictions on who can apply or on student behavior while attending the school.

The school provides credit for life experiences, as well as academic and career counseling services for students. If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 1,071 students. On-campus housing costs average about $2,200 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (20 meals per week) for an additional $2,000. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $13,300. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $13,300. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,000. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $20,500 per year and $20,500 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Southwest Baptist University
    1600 University Ave
    Bolivar, MO  65613

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 3,266
    Website: http://www.sbuniv.edu
    General Info: 800-526-5859
    Admissions: 417-328-1810
    Financial Aid: 417-328-1822

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