Overview
Student Population
| 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 |
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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 1,016 prospective students applied, and 545 were granted admission. Of those admitted 215 enrolled in the school. 820 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 731 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $24,926 plus fees of $550. SWU is ranked 834 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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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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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1150 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,060 |
| Other Fees | $550 |
| Room and Board | $9,190 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,130 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,856 |
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.