
1200 Sycamore Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165-5735, USA


Southwestern Assemblies of God University supports a diverse athletics program that competes primarily in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). The institution fields teams in several men's and women's sports, emphasizing competitive play alongside academic commitments. Student-athletes have opportunities to participate in basketball, soccer, volleyball, and baseball, among other offerings. The university maintains well-equipped facilities to accommodate training and competition, fostering an environment where players can develop their skills effectively.
Southwestern Assemblies of God University offers a variety of student organizations that cater to diverse interests and opportunities for involvement. Students can engage with groups such as the Student Congress, which provides a platform for student representation; the Southwestern Missions Association, focusing on mission work and service; Street Hope, aimed at outreach and community support; Gold Jackets, a group known for leadership and service initiatives; and Women in Ministry, dedicated to supporting female students pursuing ministry roles.
Southwestern Assemblies of God University enrolls a moderate number of students with a considerable portion entering as freshmen and transfers. The total incoming class recently consisted of 441 students, with 286 freshmen and 155 transfer students, reflecting enrollment figures that place the university in the lower third compared to peer institutions.
Students at Southwestern Assemblies of God University represent a broad spectrum of age groups. Among undergraduates, the majority are traditional college-age students: 495 are between 18 and 19 years old, and 422 are between 20 and 21. However, there is also a notable presence of older students, including 224 aged 22 to 24, and smaller numbers extending across ages up to 65 and beyond. Graduate students tend to be older on average, with significant numbers between 22 and 29 years old and continuing into middle age and senior years.
The university's student body is ethnically diverse, albeit with enrollment levels generally ranking in the modest range when compared nationally. The largest single group is white students, totaling 699, followed by 366 Hispanic students and 162 African American students. Other ethnicities include Native American students at 38, Asian students numbering 15, and smaller groups identifying as Pacific Islanders or multiracial. The distribution reflects an average level of diversity relative to similar institutions.
Southwestern Assemblies of God University provides a range of cultural and health-related student services that contribute to campus life. Students can engage in theatrical productions and participate in the campus chorus, both of which foster artistic expression and community involvement. Additionally, the university offers a campus newspaper, ensuring that students have a platform for communication and campus news.
Health and wellbeing are supported through available services such as a health clinic and psychological counseling. These resources are designed to assist students in maintaining both their physical and mental health during their academic journey.
Southwestern Assemblies of God University houses two libraries, including the main P. C. Nelson Memorial Library and one additional library, which positions the institution in the top half for the number of library facilities compared to other schools. Students have access to approximately 95,000 physical books, a collection size considered average but ranking in the lower 40th percentile nationally. The university offers a moderate range of 524 subscriptions to journals and periodicals, also in the bottom 40% when benchmarked against peer institutions.
In terms of digital resources, the university provides around 61,700 ebooks and maintains about 68,700 digital subscriptions. These figures fall near the midpoint but lean toward the lower half relative to comparable universities. The number of available research databases is around 143, situating the university near the 50th percentile among similar schools. Access to shared collections further enhances the research possibilities for students.
The P. C. Nelson Memorial Library offers physical facilities with study rooms and staffed help, ensuring support during established service hours amounting to about 90 hours weekly. Although the library does not provide all-day access, digital access is available to students, facilitating both on-campus and remote academic work.
Total enrollment
1725Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen
278Member of Athletic Associations
Data not availableTotal staff
219 full time, 114 part timeVeterans affair office
NoMain library name
P. C. Nelson Memorial LibraryNumber of libraries on campus
2Reservable study rooms in library
Yes24h access
NoPhysical facilities
YesAccess to digital/electronic resources
YesStaff trained to provide and interpret library materials
YesEstablished library hours
YesAccess to library collections that are shared with other institutions
Yes