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98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,105Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Organizational Leadership Degree
The expansive field of Organizational Leadership is a multidisciplinary arena of study in business focused on leadership within an organizational context. Interesting to learn: leadership studies have been noted as one of the fastest growing areas of study within higher education from the undergraduate level to doctoral studies. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer organizational leadership degrees.
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Southwestern Christian University (SCU)
425 W University Blvd, Durant, OK
Southwestern Christian University, located in Bethany, Oklahoma, was founded in 1946 as an International Pentecostal Holiness Church school known as Southwestern Bible College. The school was originally located in Oklahoma City, where it grew into one of the largest junior colleges in the country. In 1981 the governing body of the of denomination chose to reevaluate and refocus the school's goals, trimming down its offerings and moving to Bethany. By 1998 the school had added a master's program in ministry and became a full-fledged liberal arts college, and changed its name to the current to reflect its new direction.
Academics
Southwestern Christian University offers associate, bachelor and master level degrees. These degrees are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The school believes in the providing students with a quality education, developing leaders for the future and preparing them for success. The faculty is committed to giving students the attention and service necessary to assist in the schools goals. All programs of study offer the opportunity to increase the knowledge of the bible through courses in biblical study and theology.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admission to Southwestern Christian University requires a GPA of 2.5, an ACT score of 19 or Sat score of 900, and a class rank in the top 50%. Conditional requirements for admission are lower, though students must demonstrate academic excellence to remain in school. Students should complete and submit an application, a signed lifestyle covenant, all pertinent transcripts, and test scores. Master program admissions require students to have a bachelor degree.
Financial aid is available to eligible student in the form of loans and grants. Students should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility and awards. Additional information is available at the school's website or through the school's financial aid department.
Students Enrolled in the Organizational Leadership Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southwestern Christian University offers a bachelor's degree program in organizational leadership.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 11 |
Female | 15 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Black | 6 |
Hispanic | 2 |
White | 15 |
Unknown | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Organizational Leadership program at SCU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Management Analysts
Description
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates SCU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Southwestern Christian University may offer services to students like:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southwestern Christian University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Sooner Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Sooner Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Volleyball
- Bowling