Southwestern Adventist University

Bachelor in Advertising and Public Relations

Keene, United States Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Southwestern Adventist University in Keene, Texas, is a small private university that blends academic programs with faith-based community values. Founded in the late 19th century and grounded in Seventh-day Adventist principles, the campus of roughly 750 students offers a close-knit atmosphere where faculty know students by name and mentoring is part of the learning experience. The university provides a range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs across liberal arts, education, nursing and professional fields.

Academics emphasize holistic development—intellectual, physical and spiritual—supported by small class sizes, personalized advising and experiential learning. With about 42 program options, students can balance classroom study with community service, internships and campus leadership. The institution’s emphasis on service, ethics and community engagement helps graduates build careers that reflect both professional competence and personal values.

International students benefit from a supportive campus culture, targeted orientation, and close staff attention that eases cultural transition. Though the international cohort is small, it contributes to a welcoming, diverse community where students can access on-campus housing, mentoring and academic support. For learners seeking a values-centered education in a peaceful, focused setting, Southwestern Adventist University offers individualized attention and a strong sense of belonging.

About the Program

The Bachelor in Advertising and Public Relations at Southwestern Adventist University is for students who want to learn how to create effective campaigns and manage teams. This 4-year bachelor degree helps students develop integrated data-driven strategies. The program's main advantages include practical experience in digital and print media, audio and video content, and team management.

The curriculum includes courses in communication and business, helping students develop skills in creating engaging content and managing teams. Students will learn how to develop integrated data-driven strategies and get hands-on experience in creating digital and print media, rich audio and video content.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Advertising Managers, Public Relations Specialists, Social Media Managers, Marketing Coordinators, or Corporate Communications Specialists. They can work in corporate and professional settings, helping entities advance their goals and objectives.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 20% below the typical bachelor's in the United States.

Median tuition for that cohort is 29,946 USD, across 25,701 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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