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Southwestern University
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Annual Tuition
$51,058
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
39.1%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
70.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$56,878
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Southwestern University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Georgetown, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $51,058, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 70.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
39.1%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$204,232
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
7.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$26,878
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$64,548
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$333,328
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 Southwestern University is $25,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$51,058
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
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
83.0%
Success
70.5%
In-State Cost
$51,058
Age 25+ Students
2.6%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
386 students
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