Southern Wesleyan University
Faith-based college · Central, SC · 747 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
100%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1040–1210
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Average net price
$16,041
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$42,296
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
52%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Southern Wesleyan University?
Southern Wesleyan University accepts about 100 of every 100 applicants (100%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1040 and 1210 on the SAT. A score at or above 1210 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1040, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–28.
The latest federal data says Southern Wesleyan University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Southern Wesleyan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Southern Wesleyan University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $42,296 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,041 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $30,550 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$30,550
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$30,550
- Room & board$11,706
- Total cost of attendance$42,296
- Average net price after grants$16,041
Popular majors
Business, Education, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Psychology, Family & Consumer Sciences.
Southern Wesleyan University FAQ
- What is Southern Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?
- 100% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Southern Wesleyan University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1040–1210. Aim for 1210 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Southern Wesleyan University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–28.
- Is Southern Wesleyan University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Southern Wesleyan University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Southern Wesleyan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Southern Wesleyan University cost?
- About $42,296 a year before aid; $16,041 on average after grants.
- What is Southern Wesleyan University's FAFSA school code?
- 003422. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Southern Wesleyan University receives your information.
- What is Southern Wesleyan University's graduation rate?
- 52% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Southern Wesleyan University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Southern UniversityCharleston, SC | 96% | 930–1160 | $20,661 | 50% |
| Benedict CollegeColumbia, SC | 96% | — | $17,734 | 43% |
| Columbia International UniversityColumbia, SC | 94% | — | $18,951 | 50% |
| Coker UniversityHartsville, SC | 94% | — | $24,908 | 37% |
| Columbia CollegeColumbia, SC | 94% | — | $21,611 | 41% |
| Newberry CollegeNewberry, SC | 90% | — | $22,104 | 42% |