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Southwestern Christian University

Southwestern Christian University, also known SCU, is located in Bethany, Oklahoma. Established in 1946 by the International Pentecostal Holiness Church, the university was initially known as Southwestern Bible College and was renamed to SCU in 2001. The university grants bachelor’s and associate’s degrees, as well as offering diplomas in a range of study areas. The degree programs include biblical leadership, human and family services and business leadership. The university offers oversees study programs to students as well.

Southwestern Christian University is a member of the National Christian College Athletic Association and the Interstate Collegiate Conference. SCU students participate in sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer and cross country. The university houses several student organizations including the Robert Hough Missionary Society, the Student Senate and the Armor-Bearers.

Campus Location

7210 NW 39th Expressway
Bethany, OK 73008
USA
Main Tel: (405) 789-7661
Web Site

The campus is in a large suburb.

Southwestern Christian University Highlights

Where Southwestern Christian University stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

  • Pentecostal Holiness Church religious affiliation.
  • Many students concentrating in family and social work and religion and philosophy.
  • Many mature (40+ year old) students.
  • High male/female ratio.
  • Number of dorm rooms for students.
  • Affordable tuition & fees.

Other important characteristics:

  • Library on-campus
  • Campus housing available
  • Student meal (board) plan
  • Distance learning available
  • Weekend study option
  • Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
Bachelor459
Master281
Associate71
Post-master's certificate61

Students

The student enrollment at Southwestern Christian University was 264 in 2007 (244 full-time equivalent).

About 72% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 28% of the class.

Undergrads are 73% of enrolled students and graduate students are 27%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

ItemCost
State Tuition and fees$ 9,668
Room and board$ 4,600
Books and supplies$ 1,000
Other$ 4,000

Financial Aid: Southwestern Christian University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Full-Time Faculty  Total
Without tenure; tenure not available  8

Housing and Meals

Southwestern Christian University provides on-campus housing for 113 of its 244 (full-time) students (as of 2007). The school requires freshmen to live on campus.

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 18 meals weekly.

Southwestern Christian University Admissions (2007)

ApplicantsAdmitted
Men67%
Women68%
All67%

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (15 awarded)

  • Business Administration and Management
  • Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (13 awarded)

  • Human Development and Family Studies

LIBERAL ARTS (7 awarded)

  • English Language and Literature
  • General Studies

MUSIC (0 awarded)

  • Music Performance

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (51 awarded)

  • Bible/Biblical Studies
  • Religion/Religious Studies
  • Religious/Sacred Music
  • Theology and Religious Vocations

Selected Careers of Interest

(Based on an automated mapping of degrees popular at Southwestern Christian University with government-defined occupation categories.)

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