SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

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Southwestern University

School Overview

Southwestern University has a United Methodist religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Georgetown, TX). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.

Contacting the School

1001 University Ave
Georgetown, TX 78626
Main Phone: (512) 863-6511
Web Site: www.southwestern.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,253 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 125 male students and 217 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 36.5% of the student body, while females made up 63.5%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (13)%, and Asian (3)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 61.1% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 570. One quarter of students scored at least 660.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 570 or higher. One fourth of students scored 670 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Agricultural Science

Animal Sciences

Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

History And Social Sciences

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

General Psychology

School Accreditation

Southwestern University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Southwestern University is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Southwestern University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,490
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 19,670
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,490

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

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