Southern Nazarene University
About Southern Nazarene University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southern Nazarene University is located in Bethany, OK. Tuition is $28,600 per year, serving approximately 908 students.
Founded
1899
Location
Bethany, Oklahoma
Students
2,197
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
50.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$31,190
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,084
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$54,951
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.9%
4-Year Grad
38%
6-Year Grad
47%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.5%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 38% graduation rate is below average, but 72.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$31,190
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,474
Books & Supplies
$1,528
Total Cost of Attendance
$46,465
After Financial Aid
$22,084
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,931
Receive Grants
47%
Take Loans
60.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $46,465/yr, including $9,474 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $22,084.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southern Nazarene University fund their education.
While in School
47%
Get Grants
Free money
60.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$46,277
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,900
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$232/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,900 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southern Nazarene University.
Gender
54.9%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,455
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
742
Graduates
38%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
30.7%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 38% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,455
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southern Nazarene University fields 12 varsity teams with 662 student athletes, about 45% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great American
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
662
45% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
430
Men
232
Women
10
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southern Nazarene Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,951
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Resources Management and Services
$62K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$41K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$45K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $55K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.