About:

Founded in 1878, Southwest Baptist University is a liberal arts university with:

• More than 80 areas of academic study on undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels, giving you diverse options for selecting your field of study;

• Faculty who are passionate about you, your education and your future success;

• Global service and missions projects to share your faith and develop as a servant leader;

• Vibrant campus life within a close-knit community, which is perfect for getting involved and developing lifelong friendships; and

• Four campuses to provide high-quality higher education conveniently throughout southwest and south central Missouri. The 152-acre main campus is located in Bolivar, Mo., population 10,300 about 25 minutes north of Springfield, Mo. Branch campuses are in Mountain View, Salem, and Springfield, Mo.

Mission Statement:

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

Vision Statement:

Southwest Baptist University fulfills its mission with specific care to guard its Christian distinctives and Baptist heritage as it demonstrates continuous improvement; enlarges its ministry through consistent growth in student enrollment, retention, and ethnic and racial diversity, markets the institution and its mission regionally and nationally; fosters an environment of open communication and service to others; and cares for employees through competitive compensation and benefits packages.