Since 1986, Southwest Baptist University and Mercy have worked together to meet healthcare needs in our local community. Our great work continues as SBU and Mercy have announced an expanded partnership that strengthens the ability of both institutions to equip qualified and caring health care workers in our region.
With experienced and caring faculty, premier facilities, and degree programs that are flexible and affordable, the SBU Mercy College of Health Professions provides all that students need to become experts in their field and succeed in their careers. Programs available include:
Associate's Degrees
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Bachelor's Degrees
Master's Degrees
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Mercy Discount Information
One of the most important components of the expanded partnership between SBU and Mercy is the new collection of discounts available to Mercy coworkers starting January 2024. Details about each discount and eligibility requirements are listed below. Submit the discount application to confirm eligibility.
Program |
Discount |
| Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) | 5% on all courses |
| Associate of Science in Radiography (ASR) | 5% on all courses |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (RN-BSN)* | 15% on all courses |
| Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BSHS)* | 15% on all courses |
| Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA)* | 15% on all courses |
| Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Educator Track (MSN)* | 15% on all courses |
| Master of Business Administration all concentrations (MBA)* | 15% on all courses |
* program is offered online
Mercy Win from Within
ASN Nursing and ASR Radiography students now have the ability to receive up to three years of college fully covered through Mercy Springfield's new Win from Within program!
Mercy will pay for tuition, books, registration, and lab fees for nursing and radiography students who commit to being Mercy coworkers post-graduation. This is a fantastic opportunity to not only receive money for college but also to secure a position at a leading healthcare provider in our region. The requirements are simple:
- Work at least 16 hours bi-weekly at the Mercy facility you choose.
- Commit to Mercy as a nurse or in radiography post-graduation for every year of school that is paid for.
- Commit to the same Mercy hospital for the duration of the program and post-graduation.
What are you waiting for? The deadline to apply is October 4.
Contact Leslie Smith with questions at Leslie.Smith2@Mercy.Net.
SBU Alumni Discount
Alumni of certain SBU programs receive a 10% discount on their next degree that can
be combined with the program-specific discounts listed above.
Alumni from the following programs are eligible:
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Associate of Science in Nursing
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Associate of Science in Radiography
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Discounts can be applied for the following degrees:
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (RN-BSN)
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Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
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Master of Science in Nursing