Southwest Baptist University Admission Requirements
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Southwest Baptist University Admission Overview
Southwest Baptist University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Southwest Baptist University admitted 68.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.55 GPA (A-) and SAT 810-1210 / ACT 17-26. Southwest Baptist University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southwest Baptist University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Southwest Baptist University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Low
Admission difficulty for Southwest Baptist University
Acceptance Rate
The Southwest Baptist University acceptance rate is 68.4%. Last year, 872 of 1,275 applicants were admitted. That is the 13th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Southwest Baptist University and can you get accepted?
Southwest Baptist University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Southwest Baptist University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.55. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 34% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southwest Baptist University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.55Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.55
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Southwest Baptist University typically have around a 3.55 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Southwest Baptist University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
22% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #16 in Missouri for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Southwest Baptist University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
810-1210Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
3%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 430
- Math 380
- Composite 810
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 610
- Math 600
- Composite 1210
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Southwest Baptist University typically score around a 1010 SAT (middle 50% 810–1210) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 41st percentile nationally. Southwest Baptist University ranks #27 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 810 to 1210
SAT policy
Southwest Baptist University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1010 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southwest Baptist University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
17-26Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
53%25th Percentile Scores
- English 16
- Math 16
- Composite 17
75th Percentile Scores
- English 26
- Math 25
- Composite 26
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Southwest Baptist University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 17–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Southwest Baptist University places #23 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 26
ACT policy
You may apply to Southwest Baptist University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
81% of Southwest Baptist University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 47% are in the top quarter.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Southwest Baptist University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Southwest Baptist University is $30.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Southwest Baptist University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 68.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.55 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (810-1210); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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GPA calculator: Southwest Baptist University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026