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Overview of Southwestern University

Mission Statement

Southwestern's Core Purpose:

Fostering a liberal arts community whose values and
actions encourage contributions toward the
well-being of humanity.

Quick Facts

1,373 students

65% admitted

$33,440 tuition/year

  • 1,352 full time
  • 21 part time
  • 531 men full time
  • 821 women full time
  • 2,613 applied
  • 1,694 admitted
  • 344 enrolled
  • $33,440 out of state
  • N/A fees
  • $9,680 room & board
  • $1,000 books

Social Stream

At a Glance

Religious affiliation: United Methodist
Institution Type: Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting: Town, distant from an urban area
Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
School Mascot: Pirates
School Colors: Black and gold
1,373 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Maria from Jarrell, TX
  • 0
  • “southwestern is a phenomenal university. it provides every student with great resources to be successful. attending southwestern university was the best choice i ever made. …”

  • Feb-13-2012 » Read More
  • Lea from Georgetown, TX
  • 0
  • “Southwestern has a small town feel but it has everything you could need nearby. Austin is thirty minutes away for a more city feel, but there is what people call…”

  • Apr-16-2012 » Read More
  • David
  • 0
  • “Southwestern is a difficult school, but it is worth the amount of work, both for the future and learning opportunities. It has a friendly community of faculty and staff, as…”

  • Apr-25-2012 » Read More
  • Shelby from Rowlett, TX
  • 0
  • “Southwestern University is a spectacular university largely because of its size and close-knit community. You will feel at home knowing that not only your fellow students are there to support…”

  • May-12-2012 » Read More
  • Robert
  • 0
  • “It is a small liberal arts school with a tight-knit community of students and faculty located on a beautiful campus. I can attest from personal experience, and I am sure…”

  • May-24-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • De Andre from NY,NY
  • Dec-21-2011 I am a current student here

    I came all the way from New York City to Texas! Although I love New York, I knew some drastic decisions had to be made. When I arrived on Southwestern's campus, as corny as this may sound, I felt the love and genuine concern the everyone has for each other. Although I was offered better opportunities finanically and knew I would experience moments of doubt because of the distance from home, I knew coming to Southwestern was the right move. I now can say, it was the best decision I ever made!

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  • 5
  • Brittany
  • Dec-23-2010 I am a current student here

    Southwestern employs a reasonable balance of work and play. The students have the same attitude of getting the job done and then celebrating when finished. The staff, especially the janitors, are wonderful and truly care about the students. The campus itself is scenic and peaceful, easy to navigate, and always bustling with activity, usually some form of extreme frisbee or students playing instruments.

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  • 5
  • Georgia from Georgetown, TX
  • Nov-02-2010 I am a current student here

    Lifelong friends with similar interests, fun classes, and always something to do, whether you're into parties, Greek life, volunteer work/philanthropy, theater and art... There's something for everyone here.

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  • 5
  • Cheyney from San Antonio, TX
  • Jul-22-2009 I am a current student here

    I have been characterized as an typical SU student by upperclassmen, professors, alumni & staff in that I am outgoing, eager to learn, well-spoken, and ambitious on a global level. I enjoy being around other students who share those characteristics with me very much. Facilities are wonderful, campus is beautiful, and help is always available.

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