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Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, Missouri · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 1600 University Ave, Bolivar, MO 65613 · Phone: (800) 526-5859 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Apr 2026 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Jan 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Southwest Baptist University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Bolivar, Missouri, offering radiology and sonography programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Southwest Baptist University carry a median debt of $20,957 and earn a median of $43,112 ten years after entry; completion rate comparison to the Missouri state average of 69.3% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Southwest Baptist University; federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 36.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,810 | $73,080 | $80,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $44,942 | $14,000 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Southwest Baptist University is a private non-profit university located in Bolivar, Missouri, in a distant town setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its physical therapy education specifically accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students here. Among its trade-related offerings, the campus is most known for its radiology and sonography programs, which graduated 14 students in the reporting period.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate in Missouri is 69.3%, though how this campus's completion rate compares is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $20,957, and the median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,112. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 36.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. Total undergraduate enrollment at the university is 1,341.
This campus may suit students pursuing a focused, accredited path into radiology and sonography work, particularly given the specialized programmatic accreditation tied to allied health fields. Whether the program length or format fits an adult career-changer's schedule is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and the APTA's CAPTE, and can review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southwest Baptist University's trade-related offerings center on radiology and sonography programs, which had 14 completers in the reported period. No other trade program families are listed in federal data for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its physical therapy education is accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants if eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Missouri state average completion rate is 69.3%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $20,957, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,112, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (800) 526-5859 or visit https://www.sbuniv.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Southwest Baptist University is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status can affect tuition pricing and institutional mission compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the APTA's CAPTE, and review official outcomes data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?179326.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data, as program length and schedule format are not specified. Contact the school directly to discuss options for working adults.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check with Missouri's relevant licensing board for radiology and sonography requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Southwest Baptist University at (800) 526-5859 or through its website, https://www.sbuniv.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data. Use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?179326 to compare outcomes across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.