Southwestern Christian University
Bethany, Oklahoma · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$20,146
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
16.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
377
In-state tuition
$21,900
Out-of-state tuition
$21,900
Cost of attendance
$33,305
Median earnings (10y)
$40,391
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 57.9%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
8 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (36%), trades & services (31%), social sciences (18%).
- Business36%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences18%
- Trades & services31%
- Business36.3%~137 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation31.3%~118 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education11.3%~42 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology6.3%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts5.0%~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology5.0%~19 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 52 | $18,504 | $22,375 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 28 | $33,633 | $40,416 |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | $34,568 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
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 Christian University
Southwestern Christian University is a small institution located in Bethany, Oklahoma, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 377 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Southwestern Christian University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,146 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $21,900 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $33,305 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 16.1%, a below-average completion outcome. 57.9% 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 $40,391 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Southwestern Christian University confers degrees and certificates across 8 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (36% of credentials), trades & services (31% of credentials), social sciences (18% 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
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Bethany, Oklahoma (suburb), Southwestern Christian University draws students from across Oklahoma 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 Christian University
Q.How much does Southwestern Christian University cost?
The average net price at Southwestern Christian University is $20,146 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $33,305.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Christian University?
Southwestern Christian University has a 6-year graduation rate of 16.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Southwestern Christian University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Southwestern Christian University graduate earns $40,391 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Southwestern Christian University?
Published tuition is $21,900 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Southwestern Christian University located?
Southwestern Christian University is located in Bethany, Oklahoma (ZIP 73008).
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 Christian University at their official website.