Southwestern Christian Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Southwestern Christian University is a private research university in Bethany, Oklahoma, enrolling about 377 students. Southwestern Christian University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $21,900 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,391 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $21,900
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,146 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 377 89.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 16.13%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 40.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 4.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 32.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 417
- Room & Board: $10,100 annual estimate
Southwestern Christian University: what the data shows
Common questions about Southwestern Christian University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Southwestern Christian University?
Southwestern Christian University is located in Bethany, OK (ZIP 73008).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Southwestern Christian University public or private?
Southwestern Christian University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Southwestern Christian University cost?
Published tuition: $21,900.
Average net price after aid: $20,146.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $18,830 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,903 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,700 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,401 |
| $110,001+ | $26,620 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $87,600.
How big is Southwestern Christian University?
Total enrollment: 377 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 417 students.
Graduate enrollment: 19 students.
About 89% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Christian University?
150%-time completion rate: 16.13%.
First-year retention: 57.9%.
What do graduates of Southwestern Christian University earn?
Median earnings: $34,574 six years after entry; $40,391 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,715.
46.72% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Southwestern Christian University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (26 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (25 completions)
- Theology and Religious Vocations, Other (10 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (5 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (4 completions)
- Psychology, General (4 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (3 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (2 completions)
- Religious/Sacred Music (2 completions)
- Music Performance, General (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Southwestern Christian University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 16.13%; median earnings $40,391 at 10 years; net price $20,146. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$21,900
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Southwestern Christian University was $21,900.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,146
2024 Value
In 2024 Southwestern Christian University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,146.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$80,584 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,146 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$87,600 4-Year Tuition
$10,100 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$34,000 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$136,000 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Southwestern Christian University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
46.72% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Southwestern Christian University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Southwestern Christian University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $14,220 | $14,220 | $20,151 |
| 2014 | $12,470 | $12,470 | $17,878 |
| 2015 | $12,830 | $12,830 | $12,445 |
| 2016 | $13,080 | $13,080 | $10,473 |
| 2017 | $13,880 | $13,880 | $11,925 |
| 2018 | $15,080 | $15,080 | $12,604 |
| 2019 | $16,330 | $16,330 | $20,201 |
| 2020 | $19,114 | $19,114 | $17,655 |
| 2021 | $19,908 | $19,908 | $19,626 |
| 2022 | $21,316 | $21,316 | $18,809 |
| 2023 | $21,316 | $21,316 | $19,692 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Southwestern Christian University reported total enrollment of about 377 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 62% male and 38% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (41.6%), Non-Resident Alien (16.7%), and Black or African American (11.4%). About 46.72% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 40.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Southwestern Christian University in 2024 is 377 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 417 students. Graduate enrollment is about 19 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
57.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 41.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
9.24% 100% Completion Time
16.13% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 9.24% of students graduating from Southwestern Christian University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 65% male / 35% female
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 44% male / 56% female
- Theology and Religious Vocations, Other: 70% male / 30% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Southwestern Christian University.
Return on Investment
$20,715 Median Student Debt
$40,391 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
51.29% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
401.23% Return on Investment
5.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Southwestern Christian University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 16 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 26 completions
2. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 25 completions
3. Theology and Religious Vocations, Other: 10 completions
4. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 5 completions
5. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 4 completions
6. Psychology, General: 4 completions
7. Organizational Leadership: 3 completions
8. Elementary Education and Teaching: 2 completions
9. Religious/Sacred Music: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Southwestern Christian University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Southwestern Christian University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Southwestern Christian University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 32.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,229
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,001
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Southwestern Christian University is a private non-profit institution located in Bethany, OK, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Exercise Science and Kinesiology, Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. Enrollment is approximately 377 students. Student body composition includes White (41.6%), Non-Resident Alien (16.7%), Black or African American (11.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 16.13%. Approximately 46.72% of students receive Pell Grants. About 40.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Bethany, OK 73008
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 16.13% graduation rate at Southwestern Christian University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Southwestern Christian University located?
Southwestern Christian University is located in Bethany, OK.
How much does Southwestern Christian University cost?
Reported tuition is $21,900 and average net price is $20,146 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,100 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Southwestern Christian University?
Southwestern Christian University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 417 students, White (41.6%), Non-Resident Alien (16.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Southwestern Christian University?
About 40.4% of students at Southwestern Christian University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Southwestern Christian University earn?
Median earnings are $34,574 six years after entry and $40,391 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Christian University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 16.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Southwestern Christian University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,715.
Is Southwestern Christian University public or private?
Southwestern Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bethany, OK.
Is Southwestern Christian University an HBCU?
No. Southwestern Christian University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Southwestern Christian University a tribal college?
No. Southwestern Christian University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Southwestern Christian University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Southwestern Christian University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.8%).
Is Southwestern Christian University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Southwestern Christian University: Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Oklahoma college costs
- Oklahoma colleges by ROI
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Oklahoma
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.