Southwestern Adventist University

If you are applying to Southwestern Adventist University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 1 and the application fee costs $25.

Southwestern Adventist University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Southwestern Adventist University's admissions stats.

Southwestern Adventist University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	55%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	45%
Waitlist	No

Southwestern Adventist University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Southwestern Adventist University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	August 7	––

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Considering Applying Early to Southwestern Adventist University?

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Southwestern Adventist University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Southwestern Adventist University Admissions

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Transferring to Southwestern Adventist University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Southwestern Adventist University

Southwestern Adventist University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Southwestern Adventist University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Southwestern Adventist University

What does Southwestern Adventist University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered

Make sure to check with Southwestern Adventist University for more information on admission factors.

Southwestern Adventist University Application Requirements

To apply to Southwestern Adventist University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Southwestern Adventist University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation			1
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Southwestern Adventist University?

Students admitted to Southwestern Adventist University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Southwestern Adventist University does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Southwestern Adventist University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 55% of Southwestern Adventist University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 45% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Southwestern Adventist University students scored 530 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Southwestern Adventist University students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

To be most competitive at Southwestern Adventist University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Southwestern Adventist University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Southwestern Adventist University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Southwestern Adventist University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Southwestern Adventist University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 7. Applicants should hear back by September 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Southwestern Adventist University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Southwestern Adventist University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Southwestern Adventist University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Southwestern Adventist University.

Does Southwestern Adventist University accept transfer credits?

✅ Southwestern Adventist University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Southwestern Adventist University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Southwestern Adventist University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Southwestern Adventist University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Southwestern Adventist University?

✅ Southwestern Adventist University is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Southwestern Adventist University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Southwestern Adventist University is 60%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Southwestern Adventist University?

❌ Southwestern Adventist University does not offer early decision.

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