Southwest Baptist University

Southwest Baptist University Rigorous academics integrated with Christian faith. Find your purpose at .

Southwest Baptist University is a Christ-centered, caring academic community preparing students to be servant leaders in a global society.

5 campuses. 100+ areas of study. 21 NCAA DII sports. Our mission statement truly sums up what we are all about: Southwest Baptist University is a Christ-centered, caring academic community preparing students to be servant leaders in a global society. SBU stude

nts are equipped for a lifetime of success as they experience growth academically, personally, and spiritually. At SBU, you benefit from:
-Integration of Christian faith with rigorous academics in more than 100 areas of study
-Highly qualified professors who genuinely care
-Competitive academic teams that are nationally recognized in multiple disciplines
-Fantastic job placement and grad school acceptance rates
-University Success Center one-on-one personal academic advisement and career guidance
-Financial aid packages that have earned us the distinction of one of America's Best College Buys every year since 1996!
-Vibrant campus life with more than 35 clubs and organizations
-18 NCAA Division II athletic sports

Learn more at www.SBUniv.edu/explore!

06/01/2026

Graduate Ben Stelken reflects on his journey through football, FCA, and student life at SBU—and how the SBU helped shape his future, faith, and leadership. 🎓

Watch Ben’s story and see what makes SBU feel like home.

Check out the full video here: https://youtu.be/k2NIBvsHyNA

College hits different when you find your people 💜 Come find yours here at SBU!
05/29/2026

College hits different when you find your people 💜 Come find yours here at SBU!

Happy summer break, Bearcats! ☀️🐾What’s been the highlight of your break so far? Comment down below! ⬇️
05/27/2026

Happy summer break, Bearcats! ☀️🐾
What’s been the highlight of your break so far? Comment down below! ⬇️

All campuses closed. This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.May we n...
05/25/2026

All campuses closed. This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
May we never forget their courage, service, and legacy. 🇺🇸

Same Bearcat energy, different fonts 🐾
05/22/2026

Same Bearcat energy, different fonts 🐾

Two exceptional students and one professor were honored with additional awards during the May 2026 Commencement ceremony...
05/20/2026

Two exceptional students and one professor were honored with additional awards during the May 2026 Commencement ceremony 🎓✨

Congratulations to Rachel McCullah and Tyler Johnson for being the 2026 Life Beautiful award recipients and to Dr. Kevin Schriver for being this year's distinguished teacher award recipient!

To learn more about this year's commencement ceremony and award recipients visit: https://www.sbuniv.edu/news-events/2026/spring-commencement-may-2026.php

Incoming Students — Summer Orientation 2026 is here! 🐾 💜Your journey at Southwest Baptist University starts this summer,...
05/20/2026

Incoming Students — Summer Orientation 2026 is here! 🐾 💜

Your journey at Southwest Baptist University starts this summer, and all new students are REQUIRED to attend at least one orientation session. Get connected, meet your future classmates, explore campus, and prepare for an amazing first year at SBU!

➡️ Be sure to register by submitting your New Student Onboarding Form! Please contact your Admissions Counselor with any questions.

🎉 Congratulations to SBU Alumna Hannah Harper, this year's winner of American Idol! Hannah attended our Mountain View C...
05/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to SBU Alumna Hannah Harper, this year's winner of American Idol! Hannah attended our Mountain View Campus before beginning her current trajectory to stardom during which she has inspired millions through sharing her faith and incredible voice. We're so proud of you, Hannah! 🎤 ✨

Hannah Harper is the newest winner of American Idol, capping a season in which the Missouri mother-of-three openly shared her Christian faith, struggles with postpartum depression and passion for

Campus may be quiet, but we’re still thinking about moments like these 🐾 💜What’s your favorite memory from spring semest...
05/18/2026

Campus may be quiet, but we’re still thinking about moments like these 🐾 💜
What’s your favorite memory from spring semester at SBU? Comment down below!

🎓 Congratulations to our students named to the SBU Spring 2026 Honor Roll! Your hard work and perseverance have paid off...
05/18/2026

🎓 Congratulations to our students named to the SBU Spring 2026 Honor Roll! Your hard work and perseverance have paid off, and we are proud to celebrate your academic achievement. Way to go, Bearcats! ✨

View the full Honor Roll list at www.sbuniv.edu/spring26honorroll

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Bolivar, MO
65613

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