Southwestern University

From the School

Southwestern University provides a top-ranked integrated liberal arts and science education that prepares students to think critically, collaborate, adapt and solve problems. Our graduates leave ready to innovate and create positive change in their professional careers and in life.

Southwestern University, located in scenic Georgetown just 25 miles north of Austin, was the first institution of higher education in the state. It has a strong history of academic excellence. SU emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to learning, where students develop the skills needed to create original ideas, adapt and innovate. Employers and top graduate programs recognize and seek these critical skills, proven by the fact that Southwestern's Career Services ranks #12 nationally.

Southwestern's curriculum incorporates humanities, fine arts, social sciences and natural sciences. It has 26 academic departments covering the core STEM disciplines, business, fine arts and more. In addition, SU offers seven pre-professional programs including pre-engineering, pre-law and pre-medicine, with acceptance levels into graduate programs significantly higher than the national average. *

During their time at Southwestern, students participate in high impact learning experiences such as studying abroad, collaborative research projects with faculty, community engaged learning and internships. With an average class size of 17, students are challenged and engaged, learning to collaborate and see things from multiple perspectives. SU students graduate with the skills to think, create, innovate and contribute solutions to real world problems.

The majority of SU students live on campus and are actively involved in one or more student organizations. Students are civic-minded and volunteer in the community at more than twice the national average. Athletically, the Pirates compete in 20 different varsity sports at the NCAA Division III level, with many more involved in club or intramural sports.

Recent SU graduate Taylor Lewis, class of 2018, explains the Southwestern experience as: "an exhilarating, rewarding and life-changing process of personal development and growth through experiential intercultural and interdisciplinary learning. Personally, my Southwestern experience has been one great big opportunity to discover my true passions, hone in on my strengths, and learn from my weaknesses-all while being a part of a community that not only supports me, but encourages me to be the best person I can be." Office of Admissions
Southwestern University
1001 E. University Street
Georgetown, TX 78626
Telephone: 1-800-252-3166
E-mail:admissions@southwestern.edu
Website: www.southwestern.edu

Overall

From The School

In looking for engaged learners, we consider academic performance, both grades earned and challenging courses in areas of interest, above all else. Additionally, strength and depth of writing samples, SAT and/or ACT score, participation and demonstrated leadership in extracurricular activities, cogency and content of recommendations, a visit to campus, legacy connections, United Methodist Church membership, and recognition/achievement in national programs allow us to determine how a student will fit within our community. We value the opportunity to get to know students better through an optional interview.

Our mission is to treat all applicants fairly and with respect. In all cases, our decisions are reached by multiple individuals reviewing the application and voting in a manner s/he believe is in the best interest of both the student and the University. We take this responsibility seriously and realize we are dealing with the lives and future directions of our applicants.

Beginning August 1, 2017, students may choose to apply Early Decision (binding), Early Action or Regular Decision, based on the time frame that works best for the student. Students may apply by submitting a Common Application, an Apply Texas application or by submitting Southwestern's own application.

Transfer students, students who have completed at least one semester (12 hours or more) following high school graduation, are welcomed during the Fall and Spring semesters and may apply using either the Common Application or Apply Texas. Students should submit an essay, an official high school transcript, an official college transcripts from all schools attended, official SAT/ACT scores and a college official's report. An individual interview allows transfer students to ask question regarding course transferability.

To learn more, visit southwestern.edu/admission/

CAREER SERVICES AND PLACEMENT

Southwestern's Career Services ranks #12 nationally by the Princeton Review. Students begin utilizing the Career Services during their first year to develop the skills needed to obtain a job or continue their education after graduation. Career counselors stress important skills such resume writing, interviewing and job search strategies.

With the help of Career Services, at least two-thirds of all students compete in at least one internship program, and 92 percent of graduates are employed or in graduate school within ten months. They also make connections to employers, graduate schools, and other resources that benefit them throughout their career.

Last year, Southwestern introduced The Alumni Network Mentoring Program. This program provides Southwestern students the opportunity to be mentored by Southwestern alumni. Students are matched with alumni based on their professional interests and activities.

Overview

Applicants

4,133

Acceptance Rate

43%

Test Scores

Concordant SAT scores reflect the new test. Learn more about old vs. new SAT scores and college admissions here.

SAT Reading

25th-75th percentile
(enrolled students)

570 - 670

SAT Math

25th-75th percentile
(enrolled students)

540 - 650

Concordant SAT Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

SAT Math

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

550 - 650

ACT Composite

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

23 - 29

Testing Policies

Superscore ACT

Superscore SAT

Yes

ACT Writing Policy

ACT with or without Writing accepted

SAT Essay Policy

SAT with or without Writing accepted

Deadlines

Early Decision — November 1

Early Action — December 1

Regular — February 1

Other Admission Factors

Academic

Rigor of Secondary School Record

Class Rank

Academic GPA

Standardized Test Scores

Application Essay

Recommendation(s)

Selectivity Rating

Admissions selectivity rating

89/99

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Academic Programs

Southwestern provides students an integrated liberal arts and science program that incorporates humanities, fine arts, social sciences and natural sciences. All students take a First-Year Seminar that introduces them to the campus learning environment and sets the stage for critical thinking and innovative learning. Other requirements include social justice, foreign language proficiency and a capstone experience. SU?s "Paideia" philosophy is woven throughout all courses, encouraging students to think outside a narrow focus, dig deeper and make connections. The curriculum allows for increased "student agency," where students have the freedom to pursue their passion and explore subjects outside their major. As a sociology and English double major explains, "It?s nice to be able to get a taste of how others may see and understand the world in various other disciplines."

One of the unique advantages at SU is the opportunity for faculty-student research. While this type of work is often reserved for graduate-levels at other universities, it?s not uncommon for a student to collaborate or co-author a paper with a professor. On campus, the Fondren-Jones Science Hall is currently undergoing a major renovation, with phase one complete and phase two scheduled to be open in Fall of 2019.

The Sarofim School of Fine Arts has a global reputation for providing a world-class arts education. Political science majors benefit from the school?s proximity to Austin, the state capital. Additionally, the seven pre-professional programs, including pre-engineering, pre-law and pre-medicine, produce graduates accepted into top graduate programs at rates significantly higher than the national average.

SU provides many experiential opportunities such as community engaged learning, student-faculty research, study abroad, academic internships and innovative creative projects. The King Creativity Fund provides grants to support up to 20 "innovative and visionary projects" each academic year. The Research and Creative Works Symposium provides an annual opportunity for students to present original research and creative work in an academic conference setting. SU faculty lead programs in England, Spain, Peru and Argentina, as well as a service-learning program in Jamaica. The university also sponsors internships in Washington, D.C., arts apprenticeship programs in New York City and other countless other opportunities for hands-on learning.

Majors and Degrees Offered

Our curriculum allows for greater student agency, where students have the freedom to pursue their passion and explore subjects outside their chosen discipline, often resulting in a double major or minor. Even so, Southwestern?s four-year graduation rate is nearly twice the national average.*

Brown College of Arts and Sciences

Anthropology
Applied Physics
Biochemistry
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Classics
Communication Studies
Computational Mathematics
Computer Science
Economics
Education
English
Environmental Studies
Feminist Studies
French
German
Greek
History
Independent Major
International Studies
Kinesiology
Latin
Latin American & Border Studies
Mathematics
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religion
Sociology
Spanish

Minors Only

Animal Studies
Chinese
Data Science
Exercise & Sports Studies
Health Studies
Race & Ethnicity Studies

Sarofim School of Fine Arts

Art (Studio)
Art History
Music
Theatre

Minor Only

Architecture & Design Studies

Southwestern is known nationwide for our pre-professional pathways including:

Pre-Medicine
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Pre-Law
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Ministry
Pre-Physical Therapy

Faculty and Class Information

Student/Faculty

11:1

Total Faculty

146

with Terminal Degree

133

Women

Men

Minority

International

Most frequent class size

10 - 19

Most frequent lab / sub section size

10 - 19

Professors interesting rating

93/99

Professors accessible rating

93/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years

66%

Graduate in 5 years

71%

Graduate in 6 years

72%

Majors

AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Latin American Studies.
Women's Studies.

BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.

BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business/Commerce, General.

COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.

COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.

EDUCATION.
Education, General.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.

FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Latin Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.

HISTORY.
History, General.

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Computational Mathematics.
Mathematics, General.

NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.

PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.

PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.

PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
Physics, Other.

PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.

SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music History, Literature, and Theory.
Music Performance, General.
Music Theory and Composition.

Students Say

Known as "Texas' first university," Southwestern University is a small liberal arts school of around 1,600 or so for students who develop a passion for lifelong learning and a desire to contribute to society. The school focuses on building connections between different disciplines, which is at the heart of the unique "Paideia experience." Paideia is actually a common occurrence in all classes, and professors "actively seek to make connections across disciplines and encourage students to do the same," with social justice and environmentalism both common themes. The university also "has excellent institutions built in," and the "stellar" career services program, helmed by a small staff that "is very invested in student's well being and success," sets the school apart. To that end, more than half of all students complete an internship during their time at Southwestern, with similar numbers for study abroad participation.

"Discussion is the primary mode of delivery, and critical thinking is encouraged," and since the classes are small, professors "all know you by name (even if you don't have their class!)." They teach the course material "with passion and interesting perspectives/mediums that allow for better retention and integrative understanding." Most are available at any time "to assist in understanding, clarification, and extrapolation of the ideas discussed in class," which also leads to many research opportunities with faculty. They "not only push us to be better but know we are capable of it, even if we as students aren't sure that we are." The course load here is "very demanding but worth it," and communication via classroom technology and email between the teachers and the students is excellent. "Southwestern is all about making a connection with the people around you while making connections between the subjects you study," says a student.

Degrees

Bachelor's

Career Services

On-Campus Job Interviews Available

Yes

Career Services

Alumni Network

Alumni Services

Interest Inventory

Internships

Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

Experiential

Internship

Notable Faculty

Prominent Alumni

John Tower

Former Senator of Texas

Red McCombs

CEO/McCombs Enterprises/Owner-Minnesota Vikings

J. Frank Dobie

Author and Texas Folklorist

Pete Sessions

U.S. Congressman from Texas

Sharon Brown Christopher

United Methodist Bishop

David Clifford

Research Physician

Joan Bray

Missouri State Legislator

Academic Rating

Academic rating

89/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years

66%

Graduate in 5 years

71%

Graduate in 6 years

72%

Career Services

On-Campus Job Interviews Available

Yes

Career Services

Alumni Network

Alumni Services

Interest Inventory

Internships

Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

Experiential

Internship

ROI & Outcomes

Information from PayScale:

Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)

$50,300

Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)

$88,500

Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)

$51,600

Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)

$89,200

Percent High Job Meaning

52%

Percent STEM

19%

Return on Investment (ROI) rating

89/99

Students Say

Many students say that Southwestern's “stellar career services program” helps to distinguish the school. They can turn to the Office of Career Services for help “creat[ing] resumes, apply[ing] to grad school and find[ing] the perfect career.” SU students frequently attend the myriad of events career services sponsors throughout the year. These offerings consist of everything from GRE strategy sessions and pre-med previews to cover letter writing workshops and industryspecific panels. The office even holds photo shoots for undergrads to get the perfect professional picture for their LinkedIn account. Best of all, SU hosts multiple career fairs which enables students to network with a wide variety of employers.

Overview

From The School

Tuition, Room, Board and Fees

Costs for 2017-18 Academic Year
Tuition (Full-time, 12-19 hours per semester): $40,560
Room and Board (approximate): $12,236

Other Fees:

Part-Time Tuition-per credit: $1,690
Fine Arts Music Fee/ Applied Music Lessons-per credit: $180
Vehicle Registration Fee-per semester: $100
Lab fee-per applicable class: $75

Financial Aid

For a world-class liberal arts and science education at one of the best schools in the country, Southwestern provides an excellent return on investment. Tuition at public universities may seem lower at first glance, but when scholarships, financial aid and graduation rates are factored in the results can show quite a different story.

Southwestern awards over $30 million in merit scholarships and need-based grants. In addition, SU awards over $2.5 million in federal and state grants and over $4 million in student loans.

First-year merit scholarship amounts start at $17,000. Entering students are evaluated for merit scholarships on a holistic review basis using information from the admission application. Need-based financial aid is awarded annually and requires the submission of a FAFSA, which is available beginning October 1 prior to the year in which the student will enroll.

Dates

Application Deadlines

Mar 1

Notification Date

Dec 15

Required Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid

$31,462

Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid

$30,483

Average Need-Based Loan

$5,005

Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program

58%

Average amount of loan debt per graduate

$34,788

Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package

$31,462

Financial aid provided to international students

Yes

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition

$42,000

Required Fees

Average Cost for Books and Supplies

$1,300

Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study

Board for Commuters

$2,940

Transportation for Commuters

$950

On-Campus Room and Board

$12,000

Comprehensive Fee

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology

Federal

Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based

Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds

Need-Based Federal Pell

Need-Based Private Scholarships

Need-Based SEOG

Need-Based State Scholarships

Non-Need-Based

Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

Direct PLUS Loans

Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans

Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans

Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)

College/university loans from institutional funds

Federal Perkins Loans

State Loans

Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)

Yes

Direct Lender

Financial Aid Rating

88/99

Overall

From The School

Southwestern's Career Services ranks #12 nationally by The Princeton Review. Career Services offers 50 programs per year, students gain skills they will need to obtain a job or continue their education upon graduation. They teach career-management skills needed throughout a lifetime including resume writing, interviewing, job search strategies. They provide opportunities to explore a variety of occupations and gain experience through internships. They also make connections to employers, graduate schools, and other resources.

With the help of Career Services, at least two-thirds of all students complete at least one internship program and 92 percent of graduates are employed or in graduate school within ten months.

This year, Southwestern introduced The Alumni Network Mentoring Program. This program provides Southwestern students the opportunity to be mentored by Southwestern alumni. Students are matched with alumni based on their professional interests and activities.

FACULTY

The Southwestern faculty truly sets the university apart. This diverse and dynamic group consists of innovative leaders and award-winning researchers in their respective fields. Professors often work side-by-side with students, conducting research and collaborating on research.

Ninety-nine percent of tenured or tenure-track faculty hold a doctorate or the highest degree in their respective field. As educators, Southwestern faculty excel at teaching in an intimate and engaged environment (student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1, with an average class size of 17 students). The university provides multiple development and training opportunities for its faculty, keeping them on the cutting edge of the latest research and ideas. As citizens of our community, the Southwestern faculty brings a collaborative and personal approach to their work. SU classes are taught by professors (not teaching assistants), and collaborative research and publication with students is common.

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment

1,387

Foreign Countries Represented

Demographics

3.33%

Asian

5.36%

African-American

23.84%

Hispanic

60.58%

Caucasian

1.09%

Unknown

57% female

43% male

10% are out of state

99% are full time

1% are part time

Students Say

Students are, across the board, "highly involved and motivated." "Almost everyone has a major, minor, and one or two organizations in which they are heavily involved," says a student. The culture here is largely one of "acceptance and stimulating engagement." Everyone here "celebrates a range of personalities and points of view," and is "unashamedly passionate about our goals." A uniting force is "involvement in social justice and activism," and the university "offers a unique scholarly bubble that makes you feel like a scholar yourself." It's a small school, so "you don't feel lost in the crowd," and the atmosphere is "very similar" to nearby Austin and the "Keep Austin Weird" stereotype.

Overview

From The School

Location

As the first institute of higher learning in Texas, Southwestern's campus is filled with history and tradition. Located on 700 gorgeous acres in the heart of Georgetown, SU's towering oak trees, early 20th century buildings and lush lawns add to its picturesque feel. It has a strong commitment to sustainability, with two LEED-certified buildings on campus and an agreement with the City of Georgetown that allows for the use of wind power for electricity on campus, making SU the first university in the state and one of the first nationally to be 100% powered by wind.

Stroll through campus on any given day and you'll see students conversing on the lawn, lounging in a hammock or pedaling to class on one of the shared yellow Pirate bikes. There's a true feeling of community.

The majority of SU students live on campus, which adds to the camaraderie. All freshmen live in one of four residence halls (one female, one male and two coed dorms). The central dining hub on campus, Mabee Commons, features a variety of meal, snack and drink choices. The nearby Cove has a coffee bar and grill open late for playing pool or simply hanging out with friends.

Southwestern's location just 25 miles north of Austin provides the best of both worlds for its students. The city of Georgetown, with its historic downtown and the flowing San Gabriel River provides small-town charm with access to the capital city. Not only is Austin known for its live music, SXSW and world-famous BBQ, but it was recently dubbed the "Silicon Valley of the South" for its tech-focus and innovation.

Campus Facilities & Equipment

Off-Campus Opportunities

Campus Life

Undergrads living on campus

77%

Help finding off-campus housing

Yes

Quality of life rating

90/99

First-Year Students living on campus

99%

Campus Environment

Suburban

Fire safety rating

90/99

Housing Options

Apartment Single

Disabled Student

Dorms Coed

Dorms Female

Dorms Male

Frat Sorority

Students Say

Southwestern is a draw for "thinkers and learners, for people who like to be challenged and have fun at the same time." The students here are definitely academically focused, and "even those involved in other organizations (which most of us are) are still excellent students." In fact, Southwestern is all about balance, and "the academics and the athletics really work together to make sure that everybody maintains a high GPA." Students are assigned "a substantial amount of homework," but "you can study anywhere...from the hammocks to the chairs around campus," which is easily traversed via the campus bikes. Greek life is very prevalent and "is sort of the social heart of the campus," but the school also offers lots of other activities for students who are not involved with the Greek system, such as events held every Friday and Saturday night. Georgetown, Texas is not a typical college town, but there are shops and restaurants for when students want to get off campus. There is plenty to do outdoors—luckily, it's warm a large part of the year, so "people go to the hiking trails, go swimming, or hang out on the academic mall."

Special Needs Admissions

Program / Service Name

Services for Students with Disabilities

Type of Program

For all students with disabilities

Director

Jennifer Smull

College Entrance Tests Required

Yes

Interview Required

Documentation Required for LD

Full psychoeducational evaluation report is strongly preferred, but an IEP or 504 plan showing history of accommodations for LD would also be acceptable.

Documentation Required for ADHD

Verification of diagnosis and functional limitations from an appropriately licensed health provider (typically a psychiatrist or primary care physician).

Special Need Services Offered

Calculator allowed in exams

Dictionary allowed in exams

Computer allowed in exams

Spellchecker allowed in exams

Extended test time

Scribes

Proctors

Oral exams

Notetakers

Distraction-free environment

Accommodation for students with ADHD

Reading machine

Other assistive technology

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations

107

Number of Honor Societies

Number of Social Sororities

Number of Religious Organizations

28% join a fraternity

23% join a sorority

Sports

Athletic Division

Division III

37% participate in intramural sports

31% participate in intercollegiate sports

Men's Sports (Pirates)

11 Sports

Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor

Women's Sports (Pirates)

11 Sports

Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball

Student Services

Health

Womens Center

LGBT Support Groups: Coalition for Diversity & Social Justice, Pirates for Pride, Planned Piratehood

Minority Support Groups: Asian Student Association, Ebony, HALO, Kappa Delta Chi, SEAK, SU Planned Piratehood, SU NATIVE, Coalition for Diversity & Social Justice

Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Texas - Austin

Sustainability

Students looking to make a positive change for the planet can get a head start with Southwestern’s environmental studies program, an interdisciplinary major or minor that explores the interactions of humans and the environment as well as the impacts of these interactions. Graduates from this program often go into fields as diverse as NGOs, environmental law, and the sustainability sector. Southwestern is also the second university in Texas to sign the Talloires Declaration, which calls upon the school to engage in sustainable practices like a computer-based effluent water irrigation system, low-volume shower heads, and LEED certification on all new construction projects. One of the key environmental groups on campus is Students for Environmental Action and Knowledge (SEAK), which maintains a strong presence on Facebook and strives to promote environmentally sound practices at Southwestern and raise awareness of environmental issues. In the dining halls, in partnership with supplier Sodexo, Southwestern is committed to providing as much locally sourced food as possible, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and minimizing food waste, which is the single largest contributor to landfills. For students looking to broaden their horizons while furthering their environmental education, Southwestern offers the Environmental Fellows Study Abroad Program, which provides students up to $5,000 for approved programs in locations as varied as Costa Rica, Kenya, and Australia. Students staying in Texas are encouraged to use alternative modes of transportation; the Pirate Bike Share Program provides quick and easy access to bikes all around campus for students and faculty to hop on and peddle to class or the library.

Green rating

93/99

School Has Formal Sustainability Committee

Yes

Sustainability-focused degree available

Yes

School employs a sustainability officer

Yes

Public GHG inventory plan

Yes

% food budget spent on local/organic food

65%

Available Transportation Alternatives

Bike Share

Yes

Car Sharing Program

Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program

Condensed Work Week Option For Employees

Yes

Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle

Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus

Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters

Yes

Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers

School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling

School Developed Bicycle Plan

Yes

School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees

Yes

Campus Security Report

The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.

Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety

The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: http://ope.ed.gov/security

Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network

Yes

% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet

100

Fee for Network Use

Partnerships with Technology Companies

Personal computer included in tuition for each student

Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors

Yes

Description

Dell Computer Apple Computer

Campus Visits Contact

Contact

Dana Marchant
Assistant Director of Admissions

Address

Admission Office
PO Box 770
Georgetown, TX 78627-0770

Phone

512-863-1200

marchand@southwestern.edu

Experience College Life

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Mon-Sat

Weekdays 9am-5pm, Select Saturdays 9am-12pm

512-863-1200

Campus Tours

Appointment Required: Yes

Dates: Year-round

Times: Weekdays - 9am, 1pm, 3pm; Select Saturdays - 9am

Average Length: 1 hour

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews

Yes

Information Sessions

Available

Times

Daily weekdays

Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available

Academic Year

Arrangements

Contact Admissions Office

Advance Notice

2 weeks

Contact Email Address for Visit

admission@southwestern.edu

Class Visits

Dates/Times Available

Academic Year

Arrangements

Contact Admissions Office

Overnight Dorm Stays

Available

Arrangements

Contact Admissions Office

Limitations

Not on Friday or Saturday nights, HS Seniors only

Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus

Austin-Bergstrom Airport. We will pick up visiting students with 2 weeks notice, upon request. Greyhound Bus Station in Georgetown.

Driving Instructions to Campus

From Interstate 35 take Exit #261 (Texas Highway 29). Follow Highway 29 east (University Avenue) into Georgetown, approximately 1.3 miles. Turn left at Maple, the first street beyond the train tracks. Visitor parking is available along Maple, next to the Cullen Building.

Local Accommodations

La Quinta (800-531-5900); Holiday Inn Express (512-868-8555); San Gabriel House Bed and Breakfast (512-930-0070); Comfort Suites of Georgetown (512-863-7544); Sheraton Georgetown (737-444-2700).

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CAREER SERVICES AND PLACEMENT

Overview

Test Scores

Concordant SAT Scores

Testing Policies

Deadlines

Other Admission Factors

Selectivity Rating

Overall

From The School

Academic Programs

Majors and Degrees Offered

Faculty and Class Information

Graduation Rates

Majors

AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

Latin American Studies.

Women's Studies.

BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

Biochemistry.

Biology/Biological Sciences, General.

BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

Business/Commerce, General.

COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

Speech Communication and Rhetoric.

COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

Computer and Information Sciences, General.

EDUCATION.

Education, General.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

English Language and Literature, General.

FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature.

Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.

French Language and Literature.

German Language and Literature.

Latin Language and Literature.

Spanish Language and Literature.

HISTORY.

History, General.

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

Computational Mathematics.

Mathematics, General.

NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.

Environmental Studies.

PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.

Kinesiology and Exercise Science.

PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

Philosophy.

Religion/Religious Studies.

PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

Chemistry, General.

Physics, General.

Physics, Other.

PSYCHOLOGY.

Psychology, General.

SOCIAL SCIENCES.

Anthropology.

Economics, General.

International Relations and Affairs.

Political Science and Government, General.

Sociology.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

Art History, Criticism and Conservation.

Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.

Fine/Studio Arts, General.

Music History, Literature, and Theory.

Music Performance, General.

Music Theory and Composition.

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