Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southwestern Adventist University has a 56% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Southwestern Adventist University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
56%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
1,468
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southwestern Adventist University has a 56% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southwestern Adventist University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$25
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southwestern Adventist University. About 76% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 910 to 1,200. Additionally, about 24% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 25.
SAT Scores
76% of students submitted400
1600
910 โ 1200
200
800
465 โ 610
200
800
445 โ 590
ACT Scores
24% of students submitted1
36
17 โ 25
1
36
17 โ 26
1
36
15 โ 26
Admission Statistics
1,468 students applied to SWAU. Of those, 56% were accepted (815 students). Of these 815 accepted students, 159 chose to enroll.
1,468
Total Applicants
815
Students Admitted
159
Students Enrolled
56%
Acceptance Rate