Southern Wesleyan University
Central, South Carolina · Private
Southern Wesleyan University admitted 51% of 846 applicants (Common Data Set 2022-2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1023–1138 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 53% of students graduate within six years.
This college’s newest public report is from 2022-2023, so some numbers may be out of date.
Your chances at Southern Wesleyan University
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Early decision and early action
Southern Wesleyan University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Southern Wesleyan University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Class rank
- GPA
Important
- Test scores
- First generation
Considered
- Course rigor
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Religion
- Race or ethnicity
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- State residency
High school GPA
11% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $41,909 a year. After grants, students paid $20,336 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Southern Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate?
Southern Wesleyan University admitted 51% of applicants: 433 of 846 (Common Data Set 2022-2023).
What SAT score do you need for Southern Wesleyan University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1023 to 1138, with a median around 1095. A score at or above 1095 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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