C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Southern Nazarene University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Bethany, Oklahoma 73008
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
F
27/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

2,165
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
92%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Southern Nazarene University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $177,603
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,310/mo — vs ~$533/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73108 (11.0% cap, Oklahoma City)

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🏆 Where Southern Nazarene University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#17
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
of 24 schools
#25
Organizational Behavior Studies
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,000 $28,000
Room $4,800
Board $4,760
Total Cost (On-Campus) $46,157 $46,157

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
49%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 119 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 79 grads/yr Organizational Behavior Studies 55 grads/yr General Studies 47 grads/yr English/Language Arts Teacher Education 37 grads/yr Human Development and Family Studies, General 25 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 24 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 22 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 21 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 16 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 16 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 14 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 12 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 11 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 10 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 10 grads/yr Pre-Physical Therapy Studies 7 grads/yr Biochemistry 7 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 6 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Southern Nazarene University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

2,165
Total Students
56%
Women
68%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 15%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 68%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southern Nazarene University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Southern Nazarene University?
Tuition at Southern Nazarene University is $28,000 for in-state students and $28,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Southern Nazarene University?
The graduation rate at Southern Nazarene University is 49%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Southern Nazarene University a good school?
Southern Nazarene University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Southern Nazarene University?
Southern Nazarene University has a total enrollment of 2,165 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology