Southwestern Christian College


200 Bowser Street
Terrell, TX 75160


Located in Terrell, Texas, Southwestern Christian college is a comprehensive, four-year institution that offers associate and bachelor's programs. It was founded in 1948 by Churches of Christ members. Today, the Texas College offers an educational program that strives to help students achieve academic excellence and prepares them for their chosen vocations. The Christian education offered at Southwestern Christian College is rooted in the Word of God.

Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southwestern Christian College offers degree programs in the liberal arts, Bible and religious education. Around 400 students are enrolled at the Texas College.

To assist its students in their goal of earning a college degree, Southwestern Christian College also has the Student Support Services Program, a federally-funded program that offers a variety of academic services to help students stay in school and to complete their degree. Services include tutorials and financial aid, career and personal counseling. The Texas college allows all entering first-year and transfer students to apply to for the free services offered in this program.

Quick Facts

  • Southwestern Christian College was founded in Fort Worth, Texas as Southern Bible Institute with only 45 students. The school was moved to Terrell, Texas in 1949 and its name was changed to Southwestern Christian College.

  • Southwestern Christian College is located 32 miles from the Dallas, Texas metroplex.

  • Southwestern Christian College is a historically black university with athletic offerings in basketball and track.

  • This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.
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