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Photo Gallery: Donut Get Lost

Through our Donut-Gram campaign, alumni and parents shared sweet wishes with the Southwestern community while giving back. Thanks to you, the first day of classes was sprinkled with joy and hole-hearted appreciation.

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The Princeton Review Recognizes Southwestern University as One of the Nation’s Best Colleges for 2026

Led by dedicated faculty, top-notch career services, and a vibrant campus community, Southwestern University has again earned recognition as one of the top institutions in the country.

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Southwestern University Welcomes Richard W. Schweigert as Interim Vice President for Finance and Administration

Schweigert brings more than 30 years of executive leadership in higher education finance, administration, and government relations, with a record of strengthening financial stability, driving operational efficiencies, and developing innovative revenue strategies.

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Organizational Communication Class Proves the Partnership Between Southwestern University and Houston Methodist Hospital Extends Far Beyond Medicine

Professor of Communication Studies Bob Bednar led five students deep into the Houston Methodist Hospital system to analyze organizational communication at one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems.

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Southwestern University will operate on a normal schedule Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Learn more at southwestern.edu/emergency.

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    Find your place in a world of ideas.

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    Find your passion, a fulfilling career, and the love of learning.

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    Interdisciplinary & Integrative

    Discover unexpected connections across the arts, humanities, sciences and life itself.

    Classroom learning comes alive when you are free to apply your knowledge wherever curiosity leads. You will collaborate with students and faculty from a variety of disciplines, engaging communities and cultures in addressing the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century, all the while building the knowledge and skills that will lead you to your life’s passion.

    Academics

    For nearly two centuries, Southwestern University has been a destination for academic excellence.

    Southwestern professors are known for their high level of scholarship, but they are also known for their serious dedication to teaching and close collaboration with students. Our 26 academic departments offer 43 majors and 36 minors that prepare students for success in any field or endeavor.

    Experience Southwestern

    What is life here really like? A campus visit will show you more than a beautiful campus.

    Come attend a class, talk with our students, professors and coaches, even stay overnight in a residence hall. You’ll find a friendly, fun-loving community that daily celebrates the excitement of learning and discovery.

    Financial Aid

    We are committed to making higher education accessible.

    Southwestern strives to make a world-class education accessible to students from all backgrounds. Through merit scholarships and need-based financial aid, we are here to help you every step of the way in making an investment in your future.

    “Southwestern University helped me challenge myself, explore my found and unfound passions, and learn what I was truly capable of. SU is a special place where thinking and learning lead to developing skills that will last you a lifetime. The University gave me the community and the environment that nurtured my creativity and enabled me to flourish.”

    Caden Cox ’22

    Worldwide impact

    Southwestern Alumni travel, give, teach and create worldwide.

    Explore the stories of these alumni who have shown passion and success in their field and who are making an impact on the worldwide community. As a Southwestern undergraduate, you can join the alumni network mentoring program for support in your academic journey.