C+

Above Average

Score: 54/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Fort Worth, Texas 76115

🌐 swbts.edu/

The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary — acceptance rate 53%, tuition $9,096

The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary campus, Fort Worth, TX. Photo: Michael-David Bradford, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.

Outcomes

C+

62/100

Affordability

48/100

Resources

54/100

Experience

B+

74/100

Prestige

36/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,782

Total Enrollment

36%

Graduation Rate

79%

Retention Rate

20.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

53%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

28.2%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

Median ACT

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $180,665
Avg rent near campus: $1,436/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 76105 (7.9% cap, Fort Worth)

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🏆 Where The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Ranks

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

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Regional Studies (U.S., Canadian, Foreign)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$9,096	$9,096
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$24,546	$24,546

Financial Aid

44%

Receive Any Aid

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Regional Studies (U.S., Canadian, Foreign) 637 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary's top programs commonly pursue.

Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary

$84k/yr 14,500 jobs

Student Demographics

2,782

Total Students

29%

Women

53%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 39%

Hispanic 13%

Black 4%

Asian 8%

Two or More 1%

Non-Resident 27%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%

Hybrid (Some Online) 6%

Fully Online 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%

25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary?

The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary has an acceptance rate of 53%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary?

Tuition at The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is $9,096 for in-state students and $9,096 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary?

The graduation rate at The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary a good school?

The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary?

The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary has a total enrollment of 2,782 students.

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