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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Central, SC

Southern Wesleyan University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in SC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$27,870

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

100.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

55.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$47,756

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Southern Wesleyan University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Central, SC. With a competitive tuition profile of $27,870, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 55.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing500 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800
Math480 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite19 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

100.0%

Transfer-Out Rate27.3%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$111,480

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$17,756

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$66,080

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$243,640

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Southern Wesleyan University is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.5%
37.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
69.3%
Black
16.6%
Hispanic
8.2%
Two or more
3.2%
Unknown
1.7%
Asian
0.7%
International
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$27,870

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$15,936
$30k - $48k$17,234
$48k - $75k$20,474
$75k+$19,436

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients29.0%
Using Federal Loans45.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment47.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

65.6%

Success

55.7%

In-State Cost

$27,870

Age 25+ Students

21.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

589 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Central (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Central (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.