Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Central, South Carolina |
| Online | edu. |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Wesleyan |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Central, South Carolina, Southern Wesleyan University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Wesleyan faith. In the most recent statistical year 749 prospective students applied, and 424 were granted admission. Of those admitted 163 enrolled in the school. 767 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 533 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $25,748 plus fees of $750. SWU is ranked 771 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Outcomes
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SWU is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Southern Wesleyan University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#771 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#484 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#7 in Best Private Colleges in South Carolina
#11 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1168 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 4.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,060 |
| Other Fees | $750 |
| Room and Board | $9,550 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,130 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,238 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 66% |
| Education | 12% |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 3% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 3% |
| Psychology | 3% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217776 IPEDS survey data for Southern Wesleyan University.
Current students may use the Southern Wesleyan University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.