Southwest Baptist University is a dynamic comprehensive Christian university with roots stemming from a long-standing Baptist heritage. Founded in 1878, SBU is committed to helping students grow intellectually and spiritually and encourages students to integrate knowledge, character and faith into their everyday lives. Our mission states that SBU is a Christ-centered caring academic community preparing students to be servant leaders in a global society. Approximately 3,600 students attend SBU in Bolivar and at our three degree-granting centers. SBU has completed a $12 million dollar wellness and sports center.
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Associate's Degrees
Associate's in Accounting
Associate's in Business/Commerce, General
Associate's in Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Associate's in General Studies
Associate's in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor's in Accounting
Bachelor's in Art Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Art/Art Studies, General
Bachelor's in Athletic Training/Trainer
Bachelor's in Bible/Biblical Studies
Bachelor's in Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Bachelor's in Business Administration and Management, General
Bachelor's in Chemistry Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Chemistry, General
Bachelor's in Commercial and Advertising Art
Bachelor's in Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's in Computer Science
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Bachelor's in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Bachelor's in Education, General
Bachelor's in Elementary Education and Teaching
Bachelor's in English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's in English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Bachelor's in Finance, General
Bachelor's in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
Bachelor's in History, General
Bachelor's in Human Services, General
Bachelor's in International Business/Trade/Commerce
Bachelor's in Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Bachelor's in Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Bachelor's in Mathematics Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Mathematics, General
Bachelor's in Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Bachelor's in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Bachelor's in Music Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Music, General
Bachelor's in Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
Bachelor's in Office Management and Supervision
Bachelor's in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Bachelor's in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Bachelor's in Political Science and Government, General
Bachelor's in Psychology, General
Bachelor's in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Bachelor's in Religion/Religious Studies
Bachelor's in Religious Education
Bachelor's in Religious/Sacred Music
Bachelor's in Social Science Teacher Education
Bachelor's in Sociology
Bachelor's in Spanish Language and Literature
Bachelor's in Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Bachelor's in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Bachelor's in Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Bachelor's in Theology/Theological Studies
Master's Degrees
Master's in Business Administration and Management, General
Master's in Education, General
Master's in Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Doctoral Degrees
Doctoral in Physical Therapy/Therapist
Certificates
Certificate in Religion/Religious Studies
Graduate Certificates
Graduate Certificate in Superintendency and Educational System Administration