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Interested in attending University of the Southwest?

On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into University of the Southwest, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.

66
%
Acceptance rate
Test Required
Testing

Admission Rates

Is it difficult to get into University of the Southwest?

66%

Using the most up-to-date data on record, University of the Southwest accepted 66% of applicants. We classify this as somewhat selective.

In the most recent year, 263 people applied and 173 were accepted.

Applied/Accepted
Women
81 / 125 (65%)
Men
92 / 138 (67%)

Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 2 years at University of the Southwest:

100%
88.0
76.0
64.0
52.0
40.0
2023
2024

Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.

13%
Enrollment of those accepted
Low
Yield rate

Of those accepted, 13% ended up enrolling at University of the Southwest, making their yield rate Low. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.

Application Factors

You can increase your chances of getting into University of the Southwest by looking at what the school considers during the application process.

Here are the things University of the Southwest considers:

Very Important

  • Academic GPA
  • Class Rank

Important

  • Standardized Test Scores

Considered

  • Alumni/AE Relation
  • Application Essay
  • Character/Personal Qualities
  • Geographical Residence
  • Level of Applicant's Interest
  • Recommendation(s)
  • Religious Affiliation/Commitment
  • State Residency
  • Volunteer Work

Not Considered

  • First Generation
  • Work Experience

Grades & Testing

Do you have the grades and test scores to get into University of the Southwest?

Test Required
Testing

Grades

University of the Southwest is Test Required. This school requires test scores to be submitted in order to be considered for admission.

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