Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
39.07%
SAT Average
1,269
ACT Range
24-30
Southwestern University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 39.07%. This means approximately 391 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,454 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
39.07%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $51,058 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $51,058 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $63,645 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $27,468 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 23.13% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.02% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Southwestern University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$51,058
Room and board
$13,628
Books and supplies
$1,300
Other expenses
$1,620
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$63,645
Average net price
$27,468
Average aid coverage
57%
$36,177 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Southwestern University pays approximately $27,468 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Texas average of $17,343 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Southwestern University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Southwestern University net price
$27,468
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Southwestern University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $51,058 and average net price at $27,468. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$51,058
Current net price
$27,468
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
69.34%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$56,878
Undergraduates
1,454
10-Year Median Earnings - Southwestern University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Southwestern University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Southwestern University?
Undergraduates
1,454
Completion rate
69.34%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
23.13%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.02%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 23.13% of Southwestern University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.02% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Southwestern University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Southwestern University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Southwestern University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Southwestern University is listed at 1001 E. University Avenue, Georgetown, TX 78626. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Southwestern University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern University | 39.07% | $51,058 | $27,468 | $56,878 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Similar Schools in Georgetown
This local cluster focuses on nearby Georgetown schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Georgetown.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern University's acceptance rate?
Southwestern University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 39.07%.
How much is Southwestern University tuition?
Southwestern University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $51,058.
What is Southwestern University's average net price?
Southwestern University's average net price in the local dataset is $27,468.
What does Southwestern University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,791 for Southwestern University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Southwestern University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $56,878 for Southwestern University.
Is Southwestern University accredited?
Southwestern University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Southwestern University?
The local dataset lists 1,454 undergraduate students at Southwestern University.
What percentage of Southwestern University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Southwestern University in the local dataset is 23.13%.
What is the federal loan rate at Southwestern University?
The federal loan rate for Southwestern University in the local dataset is 43.02%.
Where should I verify Southwestern University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Southwestern University or the latest official federal education data.