Southwest Baptist University
About
Southwest Baptist University (SBU) is a private, Christ-centered liberal arts institution in Bolivar, Missouri, known for integrating biblical faith with rigorous academics. The university features highly regarded programs across the health sciences—most notably its competitive Doctor of Physical Therapy and nursing tracks—as well as strong offerings in education, business, and Christian ministry. Campus life is shaped by a close-knit, faith-driven community offering regular chapel services, active student organizations, and NCAA Division II Bearcat athletics. Setting SBU apart is its Center for Global Connections, one of the nation's premier short-term mission programs, which sends hundreds of students each year on service and study projects around the world.
Wikipedia:Southwest Baptist University (SBU) is a private university in Bolivar, Missouri, United States. It is affiliated with the Missouri Baptist Convention, which is part of the Southern Baptist Convention. In 2023, it had a total enrollment of 2,168 students.
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