Southwest Baptist University: what international applicants need

What are Southwest Baptist University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Southwest Baptist University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Southwest Baptist University's acceptance rate?

68.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Southwest Baptist University admitted 872 of its 1,275 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Southwest Baptist University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Southwest Baptist University doesn't consider SAT or ACT scores for 2026–27 (test-blind), even if you send them.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Southwest Baptist University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 380–600 in Math and 430–610 in Reading and Writing (3% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 17–26.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Southwest Baptist University's application fee for international students?

Southwest Baptist University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Southwest Baptist University accept?

Southwest Baptist University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Southwest Baptist University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Southwest Baptist University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Southwest Baptist University require?

Southwest Baptist University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Southwest Baptist University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Southwest Baptist University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Southwest Baptist University have?

16 of Southwest Baptist University's 1,710 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.9%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Southwest Baptist University cost for international students?

Southwest Baptist University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $30,566, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $9,776. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $43,895 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source