Southwestern Christian College

200 Bowser Circle
Terrell, TX 75160
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Southwestern Christian College, founded and sponsored by members of Churches of Christ, is accredited as a four-year (level II), educational college (limited to Bachelor's degree in Bible and Religious Education), with a two-year associate program in the liberal arts. Its purpose is to offer a holistic educational program that will motivate the student to value and achieve academic excellence within the context of commitment to moral and spiritual values; to assist students in making their transitions from high school to higher education on various levels; to assist students in preparation for varied vocations in life; to prepare future leaders for their distinct communities and the world at large. Southwestern Christian College is committed to excellence in education-Christian education. Its primary role in the field of higher education is to offer a quality academic program in the context of commitment to moral and spiritual values.

School Highlights

Southwestern Christian College serves 110 students (91% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 75%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Private-state tuition: $7,764
  • Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 99%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Southwestern Christian College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 83% over five years.
Southwestern Christian College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Specialized Institutions—Theological seminaries and other specialized faith-related institutions
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
5 staff
73 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Southwestern Christian College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 3:1 over five years.
The Southwestern Christian College diversity score of 0.45 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 46% over five years.
Total Enrollment
110 students
4,221 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
100 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
10 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
57 students
365 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
100 students
837 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10 students
3,377 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
215 students
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
12%
6%
% Hispanic
4%
47%
% Black
73%
13%
% White
1%
25%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
6%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
11%
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,000
$31,000

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $7,764 is less than the state average of $13,749. The private state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$7,764
$13,749
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,561
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,067
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Ram

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southwestern Christian College cost?
Southwestern Christian College's private state tuition is approximately $7,764.
What is Southwestern Christian College's ranking?
Southwestern Christian College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Private-state tuition: $7,764
  • Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 99%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,340 per year for in-state students and $5,798 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,749 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 72%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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