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Southwestern Christian University

Bethany, OK swcu.edu 351 students

Southwestern Christian University is located in Bethany, Oklahoma, a suburban setting just west of Oklahoma City. As a small, faith-based institution, the university fosters a close-knit community centered on religious values. With a focus on ministry and service, students are encouraged to integrate their faith into their academic pursuits. The university maintains strong ties to the International Pentecostal Holiness Church, shaping its spiritual atmosphere and guiding principles.

Programs
2
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$34,437
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$21,316
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Southwestern Christian University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 41% of students receive Pell Grants; 44% take federal loans.

Key Insight

Average net price across income brackets is $21,018, roughly 1% lower than the published tuition.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $18,702 $74,808
$30K – $48K $17,136 $68,544
$48K – $75K $19,330 $77,320
$75K – $110K $25,104 $100,416
$110K+ $24,819 $99,276
Sticker price (no aid) $21,316 $85,264
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Southwestern Christian University

2 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Compare across schools →
48
$38,812/yr High 4.4x
Health & Physical Education
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31
$30,063/yr Moderate 4.3x

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