About Southwestern University

Founded in 1840, Southwestern University. is a Private college. Located in Texas, which is a city setting in Texas, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,489 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Southwestern University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 114 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Southwestern University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate45%
Application Deadline1-Nov
Application Fee0
SAT Range1050-1280
ACT Range23-28

Admissions at SWU are considered More Selective, with ,27% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 10 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

96% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 82% were in the top quarter, and 48% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Southwestern University.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
13%
“We know about current events and vote”
73%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
13%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
7%
“Sometimes, but not often”
27%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
67%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
27%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
73%
“I feel extremely safe”
9%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
45%
“We bought the gear”
45%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
7%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
60%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
27%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
13%
“They keep regular office hours”
80%
“They”re always available”
7%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
60%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
7%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
20%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
60%
“We only party on weekends”
20%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
7%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
47%
“There might be people who do”
47%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
13%
“We know about current events and vote”
73%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
13%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
7%
“Sometimes, but not often”
27%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
67%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
27%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
73%
“I feel extremely safe”
9%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
45%
“We bought the gear”
45%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
7%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
60%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
27%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
13%
“They keep regular office hours”
80%
“They”re always available”
7%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
60%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
7%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
20%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
60%
“We only party on weekends”
20%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
7%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
47%
“There might be people who do”
47%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    59 Students rated on-campus housing 4 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    37 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    62 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    62 Students rated campus facilities 4.6 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    62 Students rated class size 4.9 stars. 87 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    62 Students rated school activities 4.2 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    62 Students rated local services 4.5 stars. 61 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    62 Students rated academics 4.5 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

Southwestern University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Southwestern University?

18 Students rated Southwestern University

Sydney - 05/24/2023

This school is fantastic for those who play sports, have wealthy parents, and were popular in high school. It's the up-and-coming suburban living prep-school, perfect for anyone who is very interested in partying and less interested in learning. I'll admit, the STEM classes have been challenging, and I do enjoy conversing with my professors. The student body, however, is largely made up of people who did not seem to learn respect as children and care to graduate with the degree, but no actual knowledge on their topic of study. This school is located in the middle of suburbia, just far enough from Austin that it is no longer worth the drive. Don't give yourself hope in looking at Georgetown's square -- there's nothing to do there, either.

Ashton - 06/23/2020

Southwestern University was my number one school my senior year. I was so excited to go, and as a student, I still have the same excitement. I prefer the small classes so the size of the school is want attracted me to it. Although our campus is open, I feel safe to walk around it at any time of day. I am glad I chose Southwestern University.

Ashley - 08/02/2019

SU provides a close knit community of students and faculty. I came from a background of homeschooling so I needed a small class size and found that at SU. My largest class has been 15 people so I am always able to get to know my teachers and them me. I like to tell people that this is a double edged sword, they care and worry about you when you are sick or miss class so play hooky with caution.

Kristine - 07/22/2019

It's an awesome place to get smaller class sizes, hence more hands on experience. highly recommend for anyone who wants to be able to establish connections with faculty and staff. Majority of the student body is very welcoming and almost everyone is involved in at least one extracurricular activity,

Southwestern University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Southwestern University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Southwestern University is 45%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I have been in college for only a few months; however I feel as if I have experienced so much. I have experienced living in a dorm, moving away from home, playing a collegiate sport, joining groups such as Catholic Student Association, Pirate Crew, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes, meeting new diversity of people, and creating a new chapter in my life. Starting college was like opening a new journal in my life. I had the pen in my hand, and the opportunity to write my own journey. So far my time in college has been the most challenging and exciting time in my life. College has been valuable to my life because it has forced me to grow up and start to be more independent. It has also challenged me in many ways, especially, academically. I feel like every day is a new and exciting challenge.

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  3. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I'd known how to study, but by now I've learned. Don't worry too much, Southwestern will catch you up on writing skills and good study habits and things of that nature.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    56{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} women, 44{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}men.

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  5. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Southwestern University is the best environment for students who want to work hard and play hard. Its close enough to Austin that if you want to party hard on the weekends you can go to clubs there or you can stay on campus and party at the fraternities, but Southwestern has plenty of people who aren't big drinkers or partiers. There are lots of movie nights, comedians, small concerts, guest speakers and lecturers and fine arts events on campus that you don't need to worry about your social life here. Just be ready to study hard regardless.

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  6. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    How revered Southwestern University is for their academics. Also, that our professors work one on one with the students for as long as necessary to help them.

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  7. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    n/a

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  8. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Southwestern is a small, intimate, academically challenging private liberal arts university with a beautifully historic campus near Austin, TX.

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  9. What's unique about your campus?

    How welcoming Southwestern University is to anyone and everyone. Also how accepting everyone is towards each other other although it is very diverse.

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  10. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school offers small classes and professors who care more about giving us insight into the world and educational opportunities than their paychecks. I love Southwestern because the people really matter here. Students are given as much financial help possible to come or stay at this university, while other students are generous and willing to help newcomers understand the way the University works. Georgetown is also friendly, and is just small enough that they genuinely care about all of the students' welfare.

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  11. Describe the students at your school.

    The people who attend this school tend to be frendly and outgoing. There is a strong liberal tendency at this school however people of all diffrent beliefs and backgrouds feel free to discuss their diffrences and not judge others for having different feelings than their own.

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  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    In a nutshell: My campus is best known for creating better human beings. Southwestern fosters values and ideals that enhance and enrich our lives as students and focuses both on academics and giving back to the community.

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  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Since it is a much smaller school than most others, news and gossip spreads very quickly.

    Read all 4 answers

  14. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    Greek life is the best! I joined Alpha Xi Delta and it has been a (mostly) great experience that ahs really helped me grow as a person.

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  15. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    I love it at Southwestern. Choosing to go here is literally the best choice that I have made thus far in my life.

    Read all 1 answers

  16. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    One of the biggest stereotypes is that we are a bunch of white liberal rich kids. I am a conservative and my roommate is Asian, if that tells you anything.

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Student Body

Students

57%

female

43%

male

1,489

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

9%

Out-Of-State

91%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

99

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

77%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
4%
% Black or African-American
6%
% Hispanic/Latino
21%
% White or Caucasian
62%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Southwestern University receive some sort of financial aid. 29% were awarded federal grants.57%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$39,060

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,300

Books and Supplies

$11,030

Room and Board

51,390

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$18,086
$30 - $48K
$18,316
$48 - $75K
$19,789
$75 - $110K
$23,460
$110K & UP
$29,335

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