Southern Wesleyan University

Southern Wesleyan University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Central, SC. It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification
The SWU's 2024 tuition & fees is $27,870 for the academic year 2023-2024. 84% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,827.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 1,175 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
SWU ranked 1st in South Carolina Colleges rankings. Southern Wesleyan University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Southern Wesleyan University is $27,870. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,746.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $27,920 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,586.
Undergraduate$27,870
Graduate$13,746
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
Undergraduate$27,920
Graduate$14,586
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Southern Wesleyan University is 100.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 33.90%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,120.
The average graduation rate is 59%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 1,175 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 SWU Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »100.00% Acceptance Rate / 33.90% Yield
Test Scores »1,120 SAT / 21 ACT
Graduation Rate »59%
Transfer-out Rate32%
Retention Rate67%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio8.33% (12 to 1)
Student Population »1,175 (896 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$16,827

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

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SWU Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Southern Wesleyan University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at SWU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Southern Wesleyan University Directory Information

Address907 Wesleyan Drive, Central, SC 29630-1020
Phone864-644-5000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (smaller programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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