University of the Southwest

University of the Southwest is moderately difficult to get into. Around 66% of applicants get into University of the Southwest each year. Last year, 263 students applied to University of the Southwest and 173 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of the Southwest, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of the Southwest Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of the Southwest's admissions stats.

University of the Southwest 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	2.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	11%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	30%
Waitlist	No

University of the Southwest Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of the Southwest.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to University of the Southwest?

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University of the Southwest does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of the Southwest Admissions

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Is University of the Southwest Challenging To Get Into?

University of the Southwest is a moderately difficult school to get into. University of the Southwest evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of the Southwest accepted 66% of all applicants, about 173 of the 263 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of the Southwest, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of the Southwest

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

For Students Waitlisted to University of the Southwest

University of the Southwest has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of the Southwest?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of the Southwest

Wondering what factors are considered by University of the Southwest 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
Class Rank	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with University of the Southwest for more information on admission factors.

University of the Southwest Application Requirements

To apply to University of the Southwest, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of the Southwest's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of the Southwest?

Students admitted to University of the Southwest have an average unweighted GPA of 2.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 86% submitted a class rank. At University of the Southwest 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school and 44% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of the Southwest, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of the Southwest directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

University of the Southwest 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, 11% of University of the Southwest's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 30% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of the Southwest, you should strive to earn between 15 and 20.5 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20.5 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of the Southwest's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20.5, and three out of four students scored lower than 20.5 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of the Southwest students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to University of the Southwest

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to University of the Southwest. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of the Southwest during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of the Southwest Admissions FAQs

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Does University of the Southwest accept transfer credits?

✅ University of the Southwest accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of the Southwest accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Do I have to submit test scores to University of the Southwest?

✅ University of the Southwest is not test optional.

What is University of the Southwest's acceptance rate?

✅ University of the Southwest's acceptance rate is 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of the Southwest?

❌ University of the Southwest does not offer early decision.

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