SWAU Description

Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) provides a spiritually and physically healthful learning and living environment based on the teachings of the Seventh Day Adventist church.

Located in Keene, Texas, SWAU offers bachelor’s degrees in over 35 areas of study including the liberal and fine arts, sciences, nursing and business. SWAU also awards master’s degrees in business and education.

Since SWAU adheres to the teachings of the Seventh Day Adventist church and incorporates those teachings into every area of life, students regularly engage in church services as well as spiritual outreach.

Since the Adventist church recognizes the importance of physical well-being, on-campus dining and living facilities are also geared towards cultivating optimum health.

However, SWAU is also sure to integrate some fun and recreation into student life, regularly hosts activities such as field trips, and is also home to various intramural sports.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify to help cover tuition. Contact Southwestern Adventist University for more information.

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Private

Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventists

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Website

www.swau.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$16,216

Out-of-State Tuition

$16,216

Selectivity

Highly Selective

Enrollment

809

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SWAU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
805
Freshman Class
134
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
809

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
99%
Graduate
1%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
97%
Part-Time
3%

Gender of Students

Women
54%
Men
46%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
11%
Asian
5%
Caucasian
35%
Latino
30%
Other
19%

International Students

International
17%
Domestic
83%