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Southwestern Adventist University

#585 in US ranking Keene, TX
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$36,410
Tuition & fees
$26,120
Avg. aid
$10,685
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
78%
SAT range
910–1200
ACT range
17–25

Outcomes

Graduation rate
52%
Median salary
$62,815
1 yr after graduation

What does Southwestern Adventist University offer in terms of athletics?

Southwestern Adventist University participates in small-college athletics associated with the National Christian College Athletic Association and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Students should check the current athletics roster and schedule to identify which teams are recruiting in their enrollment year.

Basketball, soccer, and volleyball are among the sports associated with student participation at the university. A sport listed among campus activities should not automatically be treated as a current varsity team: intramural and recreational play follow different schedules and eligibility rules. Prospective athletes should ask coaches about tryouts, practice commitments, travel, and any aid that is actually available rather than assume participation comes with a scholarship.

What student groups and Associations are available at Southwestern Adventist University?

Students can find involvement through Southwestern Adventist University's Student Association and academic or professional interest groups. Examples identified in institutional student-life information include Enactus, an Education/Psychology Club, a Theology Club, and a Nursing Club.

These groups serve different purposes: student government represents student interests, while a major-related club can provide peer connections and activities connected to a field of study. Club activity and leadership can change from year to year. Students seeking a particular organization should check the current student-activities roster and meeting schedule rather than rely on an older list.

Who studies at Southwestern Adventist University?

Southwestern Adventist University reported 764 enrolled students in its institutional profile. Its size is an important part of the comparison with larger regional universities, although enrollment alone does not establish class size or access to an individual professor.

The reported incoming group included 123 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking students and 45 transfer-in students. Enrollment spans traditional college ages and older learners: the largest reported age groups were 18-19 and 20-21, while students in their late twenties and beyond were also enrolled.

Student records show both Texas residents and students from other U.S. states. Reported racial and ethnic groups include Hispanic or Latino, Black, White, Asian, American Indian or Alaska Native, Pacific Islander, and multiracial students. These figures describe enrollment; they do not, by themselves, establish any one student's experience or sense of belonging.

How does student life look like at Southwestern Adventist University?

Everyday life at Southwestern Adventist University combines a small-campus setting with its Seventh-day Adventist identity. Students can take part in student-led activities, music and performance, recreation, and campus religious programming while navigating the rhythms of their academic programs.

The institution reports a student newspaper, student-run radio and television, theater, and choral groups. These offer ways to participate beyond a major, although schedules and openings can vary. Health-clinic and personal or psychological counseling services are also reported; students should check current hours, eligibility, and appointment procedures when they need care.

About 47% of students were reported as living on campus, while roughly 54% commuted; the figures are rounded and may reflect different reporting definitions. This mix makes it worth asking when activities occur and what spaces or services are available between classes, especially for students traveling to Keene.

What libraries are available to students at Southwestern Adventist University?

The Chan Shun Centennial Library is Southwestern Adventist University's main campus library. Students can use it as a place to study and to begin academic research; the institutional library profile also reports reservable study rooms.

For a substantial paper or project, students should look beyond the shelves to the library's current catalog, research databases, and librarian assistance. Access conditions for digital materials, interlibrary requests, equipment, and study rooms can vary, so students should consult current library instructions. The reported profile does not identify the library as a 24-hour study space; late-night study plans should account for posted hours.

Southwestern Adventist University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

764

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

118

Member of Athletic Associations

NCCAA, USCAA

Total staff

48 full time, 86 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Southwestern Adventist University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 758
Graduate: 6

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 562
Part-time: 202

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 64
Men: 54

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 286
Black or African American: 67
White: 108
American Indian or Alaska Native: 3
Asian: 37
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 8
Two or more races: 27
Unknown: 4

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Southwestern Adventist University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCCAA
  • Member of USCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Badminton

–Both–

Basketball

BothBoth–

Football

–Both–

Racquetball

–Both–

Soccer

BothBoth–

Softball

–Both–

Table tennis

–Both–

Tennis

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenBoth–

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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