Southwest Baptist University

It is moderately difficult to get into Southwest Baptist University. Around 96% of applicants get into Southwest Baptist University each year. Last year, 878 students applied to Southwest Baptist University and 844 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Southwest Baptist University, the fee for the application is $30.

Southwest Baptist University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Southwest Baptist University's admissions stats.

Southwest Baptist University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	23%
Mean SAT Score	1061
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	75%
Waitlist	No

Southwest Baptist University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Southwest Baptist University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Southwest Baptist University?

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Southwest Baptist University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Southwest Baptist University Admissions

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to Southwest Baptist University?

It is moderately difficult to get into Southwest Baptist University. Southwest Baptist University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Southwest Baptist University accepted 96% of all applicants, approximately 844 of the 878 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Southwest Baptist University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Southwest Baptist University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Southwest Baptist University

Southwest Baptist University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Southwest Baptist University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Southwest Baptist University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Southwest Baptist University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Southwest Baptist University for more information on admission factors.

Southwest Baptist University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Southwest Baptist University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Southwest Baptist University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Southwest Baptist University?

Students admitted to Southwest Baptist University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6. Southwest Baptist University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 74% submitted a class rank. At Southwest Baptist University 23% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 47% were in the top 25% and 81% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Southwest Baptist University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	22%
3.75 and 3.99	24%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	11%
3.00 and 3.24	9%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Southwest Baptist University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Southwest Baptist University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 10% of Southwest Baptist University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 75% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Southwest Baptist University?

To be competitive with other Southwest Baptist University applicants, you should strive to score between 998 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Southwest Baptist University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 998, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Southwest Baptist University student is 1061.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Southwest Baptist University students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 483 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Southwest Baptist University students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 483 or higher.

To be most competitive at Southwest Baptist University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Southwest Baptist University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Southwest Baptist University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Southwest Baptist University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Southwest Baptist University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Southwest Baptist University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Southwest Baptist University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Southwest Baptist University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Southwest Baptist University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Southwest Baptist University accept transfer credits?

✅ Southwest Baptist University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Southwest Baptist University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Southwest Baptist University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Southwest Baptist University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Southwest Baptist University?

✅ Southwest Baptist University is not test optional.

What is Southwest Baptist University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Southwest Baptist University is 96%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Southwest Baptist University?

❌ Southwest Baptist University does not offer early decision.

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