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Southern Nazarene University

Southern Nazarene University

Bethany, OK · Suburb · 1,455 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Suburb
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Southern Nazarene University (SNU) in Bethany, Oklahoma, is a private Christian liberal arts institution best known for its welcoming, Christ-centered community and its deep commitment to mentoring students into servant leaders. Academically, SNU is highly regarded for its robust programs in nursing, business, and theology, which seamlessly blend rigorous coursework with practical, hands-on preparation for the workforce. The vibrant campus culture fosters deep personal connections through a lively student life that includes mandatory chapel services, active ministry groups, and competitive NCAA Division II athletics. Setting the university apart is its ownership of the Quetzal Education Research Center in Costa Rica, which offers students a rare opportunity to conduct hands-on scientific research in a tropical rainforest.


Wikipedia:Southern Nazarene University (SNU) is a private Nazarene university in Bethany, Oklahoma, United States.

Location
Bethany, OK, 73008 · Suburb campus
Nearest airport from college
DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
184 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$46,465
Avg net price
$22,084
Room & board
$9,474
Tuition
$31,190
Books & supplies
$1,528/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$18,931
$30–48k
$18,323
$48–75k
$22,590
$75–110k
$27,082
$110k+
$27,434
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Essay Requirements

Southern Nazarene University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
50%
4-yr on-time completion
48%
1st-yr retention
73%
Transfer-out rate
1%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
56%
Transferred
23%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
21%
Median earnings (6yr)
$48,255
Median earnings (10yr)
$54,951
Median debt
$21,900
Monthly loan payment
$232
Debt range (25th–75th)
$8,733$23,500
Debt (90th percentile)
$31,190
Student Body
Men 45%Women 55%
15
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
47%
First-generation
38%
Median family income
$46,277
Independent students
49%
Avg age at entry
27.0
Part-time students
19%
Race & ethnicity
White
49%
Hispanic
18%
Black
13%
Asian
1%
Two or more
10%
Non-resident
3%
AI/AN
4%
NH/PI
1%
Unknown
1%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$48,255
10 years after entry
$54,951
Business Administration, Management and Operations85
Human Resources Management and Services52
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services25
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities24
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness19
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing19
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods14
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management11
Communication and Media Studies9
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology9
Research and Experimental Psychology9
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs9
Marketing9
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries7
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas6
Biology, General5
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Institutional
Endowment
$50M
Classification
Master's (Large)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
50%
Avg faculty salary
$6,779/mo
Instructional spend/student
$7,999
Federal loan rate
60%

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