Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 70.2%
- Average SAT
- 1,060
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 900–1,220
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 20
- Total Enrollment
- 1,026
Admissions Overview
Southwestern College is less selective with a 70% acceptance rate, meaning most qualified applicants gain admission. Test scores fall in the middle range, with SAT scores typically between 900 and 1220 and an average ACT of 20. The college seeks students who will thrive in a small Methodist community focused on music and liberal arts. With two-thirds of students being male and strong athletic programs offering over $4.5 million in scholarships, the school attracts student-athletes alongside musicians. The admissions team looks for students ready to engage in close faculty relationships given the 11:1 student-faculty ratio and tight-knit campus culture.