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Southwest Baptist University, also known as SBU, is a private university located in Bolivar, Missouri, United States. It was established in 1878. The main campus spreads across an area of more than 150 acres. The university operates several campuses in Bolivar, Mountain View, Salem, and Springfield. SBU offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. The university is organized into the following colleges:
SBU’s athletics department supports several sports teams which are nicknamed the Bearcats. These teams compete in the NCAA Division II of the Mid-America intercollegiate Athletics Association. The Bearcats participate in various events including the Mid-America Collegiate Soccer League and the NIRSA (National Intramural Recreational Sports Association) Region IV.
The campus of Southwest Baptist University is in Bolivar, MO, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. Its Southern Baptist nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Southwest Baptist University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
Southwest Baptist University is known for its programs in education and teaching and nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 440. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 420 and 600.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, Southwest Baptist University had 3,539 students enrolled (3,004 full-time equivalent).
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Southwest Baptist University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Division II Independents and Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Southwest Baptist University is a Christ-centered, caring academic community preparing students to be servant leaders in a global society."
More complete details are provided below.
Southwest Baptist University
1600 University Ave
Bolivar, MO 65613-2596
General Phone: (800) 526-5859
http://www.sbuniv.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 289 | education, elementary school teaching, superintendency and administration, educational administration, middle school teaching, physical education teaching, music teaching, math teaching, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 181 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Therapy and Counseling | 82 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Business and Management | 67 | business management, accounting, marketing, finance, business, international business |
| Religion and Philosophy | 39 | religious education, missionary studies, bible studies, religion, theological and ministerial studies, theology, religious music |
| Liberal Arts | 30 | general studies, English, sociology, political science, history, Spanish language, English language and literature, interdisciplinary studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 18 | athletic trainer, parks and recreation studies, sports and fitness management, health and physical education |
| Media | 14 | communication studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 12 | computer science, computer and info science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and administration |
| Science | 6 | biology, chemistry |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 5 | commercial art |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Office and Administration | 3 | office management |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Family and Social Work | 2 | human services |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | occupational safety tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Southwest Baptist University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 367 | 48 |
| Master's degree | 192 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 137 | 5 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 40 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 29 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Southwest Baptist University had a total enrollment of 3,539 students (3,004 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 64% |
| Graduate | 36% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 68% |
| Kansas | 5% |
| Arkansas | 5% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Oklahoma | 2% |
| Nebraska | 2% |
| California | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
Southwest Baptist University offers campus housing for 1,104 of its 3,004 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Bolivar, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,334 | 1,189 | 89% | 452 | 38% |
| Men | 670 | 588 | 88% | 203 | 35% |
| Women | 664 | 601 | 91% | 249 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 12% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,704 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,704 |
| Room and board | $ 5,166 |
| Room charge | $ 2,666 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Southwest Baptist University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 250200)
Southwest Baptist University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 40 | 22 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 15 | 12 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 17 | 19 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 7 | $72,709 | 4 | $74,844 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $41,354 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $36,092 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $64,026 | 13 | $54,443 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $55,930 | 8 | $52,691 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $44,525 | 3 | $51,384 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 20 | $43,088 | 14 | $41,471 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $37,689 | 14 | $35,270 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 61 | $45,735 | 40 | $41,934 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Division II Independents |
| Basketball | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Track | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 43 | 31 | 74 |
| Football | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Track | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| Basketball | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Baseball | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 20 | 25 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
General Studies
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southwest Baptist University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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