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Southwestern Christian University can be found in Bethany, Oklahoma (a large suburb). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Pentecostal Holiness Church school. Southwestern Christian University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Southwestern Christian University are in family and social work and religion and philosophy.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 390 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Southwestern Christian University centered around 460 to 610, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2005, 304 students were enrolled in the school. Older adults are in evidence at Southwestern Christian University, often seeking career changing education.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Student dorms or apartments are common at Southwestern Christian University. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Southwestern Christian University
7210 NW 39th Expressway
Bethany, OK 73008
http://www.swcu.edu
Southwestern Christian University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 53 | theology and religious vocations, religious education, bible studies, religion, religious music |
| Liberal Arts | 9 | general studies |
| Business And Management | 6 | business management, non-profit management |
| Family And Social Work | 5 | family studies |
| Music | 0 | music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Southwestern Christian University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 33 | 9 |
| Master's degree | 31 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 9 | 1 |
In 2005, Southwestern Christian University had a total enrollment of 304 students (278 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 28% |
| Full-Time | 78% |
| Part-Time | 22% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 70% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 14% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 5% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 73% |
| Texas | 11% |
| North Carolina | 5% |
| Kansas | 4% |
| Montana | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
Southwestern Christian University offers campus housing for 113 of its 278 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Bethany, Oklahoma for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oklahoma Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 93 | 81 | 87% | 81 | 100% |
| Men | 41 | 34 | 83% | 34 | 100% |
| Women | 27 | 23 | 85% | 23 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 14 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 15% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,250 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,250 |
| Room and board | $ 4,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,000 |
Financial Aid:
Southwestern Christian University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 318000)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $44,826 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 5 | $43,855 | 3 | $42,835 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southwestern Christian University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Pentecostal Holiness Church affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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