Southern Wesleyan University
215 Clayton St, Central, United StatesAll photos (0)
Overview of Southern Wesleyan University
About this school
Southern Wesleyan, founded in 1906, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts university. Its name changed from Central Wesleyan College in 1994. Its 210-acre campus is located in the Piedmont region, near the Blue Ridge Mountains.
- www.swu.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Yes
Graduate Students
427
Institution Type
Private
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:1,456
- Men:578 (39.7%)
- Women:878 (60.3%)
Location
Admission Information
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Admission to Southern Wesleyan University is minimally difficult: most freshmen were not in the top 50% of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on the SAT I or below 19 on the ACT; up to 95% of all applicants accepted.
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is recommended
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | - | 4 |
Mathematics | - | 2 |
Science | - | 2 |
Foreign Language | - | - |
Social Studies | - | 2 |
History | - | - |
Academic Electives | - | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required | August 1 |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Accepted with or without writing component | |
Use of SAT/ACT Essay | SAT: No policy as of now ACT: No policy as of now |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 907 Wesleyan Drive, PO Box 1020 |
City, State, Zip | Central, SC 29630-1020 |
Phone | (864) 644-5550 |
Fax | (864) 644-5900 |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | August 1 |
Application Fee | $25 |
Application Fee Waiver | Available |
Regular Admission Notification | Rolling |
Accept Offer Of Admission | May 1 |
Waiting List Used | No |
Defer Admission | Student can defer admission |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | - |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | - |
Financial Need | Financial need is not a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular|Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/ Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | 94% of 575 applicants were admitted |
Women | Not reported |
Men | Not reported |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | Not reported |
Women | 179 admitted students enrolled |
Men | 156 admitted students enrolled |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | 3.50 |
375 And Above | 39% |
3.50 - 3.74 | 16% |
3.25 - 3.49 | 14% |
3.00 - 3.24 | 11% |
2.50 - 2.99 | 13% |
2.00 - 2.49 | 5% |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
Sat Critical Reading | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 20 average |18-22 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | 0% |
• Score 24 - 29 | 13% |
• Score 18 - 23 | 65% |
• Score 12 - 17 | 22% |
• Score 6 - 11 | 0% |
• Score 5 Or Below | 0% |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - Not reported
- Room & Board: - Not reported
- Other Expences: - Not reported
- Tuition & Fees: - Not reported
Payment Plans
Southern Wesleyan University accepts
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | - |
Net Price Calculator Url | Not reported |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline March 31 |
Award Notification Date | On a rolling basis beginning February 15 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 003422 | Free |
State Aid Form | - |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | 167 (96.5%) of freshmen |
Found To Have Financial Need | 157 (94.0%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 157 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 31 (19.7%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 80% |
Average Award | $20,589 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 157 (100.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $17,973 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 114 (72.6%) of aid recipients, average amount $3,571 |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | 16 (9.2%) of freshmen had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $18,867 |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | 599 (93.6%) of undergraduates |
Found To Have Financial Need | 566 (94.5%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 566 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 120 (21.2%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 79% |
Average Award | $19,326 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 565 (99.8%) of aid recipients, average amount $16,088 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 412 (72.8%) of aid recipients, average amount $4,402 |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | 73 (11.4%) of undergraduates had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $16,417 |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | 79% |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | $29,329 |
Parents Borrowing Plus Loans | - |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | 11.0% |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | 3.0% |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Biological Sciences, Business, Computer Science, Education, English, Humanities, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Premedicine, Religion/Biblical Studies, Social Sciences |
Creative Arts/Performance | Journalism/Publications, Music |
Special Achievements/Activities | Community Service, Leadership, Religious Involvement |
Special Characteristics | Children of Faculty/Staff, Relatives of Clergy, Religious Affiliation, Veterans |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available, other work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | $898 |
Academics & Instruction
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Required
Foreign Language
Not required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
57
Part-Time Faculty
136
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
22%
Regular Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 26% of classes
- 10-19 students: - 47% of classes
- 20-29 students: - 21% of classes
- 30-39 students: - 6% of classes
- 40-49 students: - 0% of classes
% of Classes
2-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
# of Students
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 10% of discussion sections/labs
- 10-19 students: - 45% of discussion sections/labs
- 20-29 students: - 25% of discussion sections/labs
- 30-39 students: - 15% of discussion sections/labs
- 40-49 students: - 5% of discussion sections/labs
% of Sections/Labs
2-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
# of Students
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Not accepted
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | - |
Computing
Computer Ownership | Students not required to own/lease a computer |
Computers Available On Campus | 95 |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Southern Wesleyan University provides hearing impaired services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
70.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
32.8%
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
39.3%
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
39.0%
Programs & Majors
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (34)
- Accounting
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business/Commerce, General
- Chemistry, General
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Computer and Information Sciences, General
- Criminalistics and Criminal Science
- Criminology
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Education, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature, General
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Forensic Science and Technology
- Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
- History, General
- Human Services, General
- Information Resources Management
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mathematics, General
- Music Teacher Education
- Music, General
- Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Psychology, General
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Religious/Sacred Music
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Social Sciences, General
- Special Education and Teaching, General
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Most Popular Disciplines
Offered
Professional Degree Programs
No online degree programs
Special Programs
Accelerated program, Student-designed major, Distance learning, Double major, English as a second language, Honors program, Independent study, Internships, Study abroad, Summer session
Study Abroad
Business/marketing, Education, Psychology
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Master of Ministries, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Management
Master's Programs of Study (3)
- Business Administration and Management--General
- Education--General
- Pastoral Ministry and Counseling
Campus Life
Location & Geography
Population
5,154
Nearest Metropolitan Area
350 acres
Environment
Small town/city
Campus Size
Weather
Temperature | 30 average low in January, 85.5 average high in September |
Rain | 119 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Airport | 30 mile(s) from campus in Greenville |
Nearest Bus Station | 20 mile(s) from campus in Greenville |
Nearest Train Station | 5 mile(s) from campus in Clemson |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Women only housing, coed housing, disabled student housing
Students of College Housing
55% of all students
Housing Restrictions
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are guaranteed housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
45%
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Not available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Not available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Not available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Not offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, National Christian College Athletic Association |
Mascot | - |
School Colors | - |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Volleyball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Volleyball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | basketball, football, softball, table tennis, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Southern Wesleyan University offers choral groups, drama theatre, student government association, student missions focus, ministry teams, music club, ignite student athlete fellowship group
Sororities
Fraternities
ROTC
Army ROTC is offered off campus, Air Force ROTC offered off campus
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
1,440
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
1,456
Women
878
Men
578
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- 0.6% American Indian/Alaskan Native
- 0.4% Asian
- 26.9% Black/African-American
- 1.8% Hispanic/Latino
- 0.0% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.0% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
- 62.2% White
- 8.1% Unknown
International Students
0.8% from 9 countries
Average Age
Number of Graduate Students
427