Southwest Baptist University
Private nonprofit, 4-year
1600 University Ave, Bolivar, MO 65613-2596
Quick Facts
1,339
Total Enrollment
100%
Acceptance Rate
51%
Graduation Rate
$38,855
Median Earnings (6yr)
$28,320
In-State Tuition
$21,082
Avg Net Price
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1084
Avg SAT Score
About Southwest Baptist University
Institution Details
| Type | Private nonprofit, 4-year |
| Classification | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 1600 University Ave |
| City | Bolivar, MO |
| ZIP Code | 65613-2596 |
| County | Polk County |
Special Designations
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Richard J. Melson (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 1,339 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 62% |
| Male | 38% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 75.9% |
| Black | 6.5% |
| Hispanic | 3.6% |
| Asian | 1.3% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 3.4% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 2.2% |
| Unknown | 6.5% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 16.5% |
| Part-Time Students | 18.3% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 500 | 530 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 510 | 600 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 21 | 24 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$28,320
In-State Tuition
$28,320
Out-of-State Tuition
$38,035
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,082
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 35% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 47% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 35% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $20,957 |
| Median Total Debt | $14,000 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $34,125 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 59% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $22,672 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $18,056 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $20,785 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $21,889 |
| $110,001+ | $21,292 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$38,855
6 Years After
$42,382
8 Years After
$43,112
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $26,132 | 75th percentile: $56,137
Earnings by Family Income Background
$35,644
Low Income
$40,009
Middle Income
$44,387
High Income
Student Outcomes
66%
Full-Time Retention
57%
Part-Time Retention
51%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$5,455
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$8,451
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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