Southwestern Assemblies of God University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Southwestern Assemblies of God University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Assemblies of God Church
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Southwestern Assemblies of God University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Waxahachie, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,519, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The university offers 37 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 43%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,444.
Rankings
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- #4 Ranked in Best Online Social Work (BSW) Degrees of 2023
- #5 Ranked in Most Popular Online Social Work Degree Programs
- #6 Ranked in Most Popular Online Business Degree Programs
- #8 Ranked in The Best Online Colleges in Texas
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
85% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
67% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
43% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-22
SAT 25th-75th Percentile900-1080
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
70%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
53%
Unknown
0%
Black
13%
Hispanic
23%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
4%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
53% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
59
Total Online Enrollment
1,289
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.70% online, 30% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
22% On-campus
78% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate84% online
Bachelor's70% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's89% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
57%
State Grant Aid
38%
Institution Grant Aid
86%
Pell Grant
53%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$30k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Education. | |||
| 4 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 5 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | History | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 19 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 20 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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