At a glance
Average net price
$22,778
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.3%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
570
In-state tuition
$25,380
Out-of-state tuition
$25,380
Cost of attendance
$35,592
Median earnings (10y)
$52,946
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,031
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 72.7%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (40%), humanities & arts (19%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM8%
- Health40%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services7%
- Health professions39.9%~227 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business10.7%~61 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology9.0%~51 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education5.6%~32 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.5%~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology4.5%~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.5%~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science3.9%~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English2.3%~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences1.1%~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.6%~3 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
15 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 119 | $61,412 | $31,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | — | — | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Southwestern Adventist University
Southwestern Adventist University is a small institution located in Keene, Texas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 570 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Southwestern Adventist University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,778 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $25,380 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $35,592 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 72.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,946 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Southwestern Adventist University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (40% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Southwestern Adventist University accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,031. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Keene, Texas (town), Southwestern Adventist University draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Southwestern Adventist University
Q.How much does Southwestern Adventist University cost?
The average net price at Southwestern Adventist University is $22,778 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $35,592.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Adventist University?
Southwestern Adventist University has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Southwestern Adventist University?
Southwestern Adventist University admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Southwestern Adventist University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Southwestern Adventist University graduate earns $52,946 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Southwestern Adventist University?
Published tuition is $25,380 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Southwestern Adventist University located?
Southwestern Adventist University is located in Keene, Texas (ZIP 76059).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Southwestern Adventist University at their official website.