The 2026–2031 roadmap aligns academic excellence, career preparation, and institutional priorities around a shared vision for Southwestern’s future.
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Southwestern has received another recognition as one of the top liberal arts colleges in Texas with Forbes ranking the University #2 in the Lone Star State.
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The home of the Pirates basketball and volleyball programs will receive a series of upgrades to elevate the fan experience and enhance the home court advantage.
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In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
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U.S. News & World Report ranked Southwestern #2 in the state of Texas and #91 in the country on their annual Best National Liberal Arts Colleges List.
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Led by Assistant Professor of Physics August Kohls, a group of students are working to design and construct a low-cost device for quick and reliable disease detection at home.
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SU checked in at #11 on the leading college planning platform’s annual Top 25 Best Southwest Colleges List, marking the seventh consecutive year the University has ranked inside the top 15.
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History major Ethan Sledge ’27 made history by becoming Southwestern’s first-ever member of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Now, he is focused on helping establish the organization’s presence on campus through building community.
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Highlighted by nationally-ranked faculty, career services, Greek life, and campus recreation, Southwestern shines as one of the best universities in Texas in The Princeton Review’s annual college guide.
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Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.
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This summer, psychology majors Ingrid Buchwald ’27 and Julia Marshall ’27 worked to validate a parental effort scale developed by Professor of Psychology Carin Perilloux.
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The national recognition reflects Southwestern’s commitment to preparing students for success after graduation.
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The 2026–2031 roadmap aligns academic excellence, career preparation, and institutional priorities around a shared vision for Southwestern’s future.
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Southwestern has received another recognition as one of the top liberal arts colleges in Texas with Forbes ranking the University #2 in the Lone Star State.
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The home of the Pirates basketball and volleyball programs will receive a series of upgrades to elevate the fan experience and enhance the home court advantage.
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In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
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U.S. News & World Report ranked Southwestern #2 in the state of Texas and #91 in the country on their annual Best National Liberal Arts Colleges List.
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Led by Assistant Professor of Physics August Kohls, a group of students are working to design and construct a low-cost device for quick and reliable disease detection at home.
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SU checked in at #11 on the leading college planning platform’s annual Top 25 Best Southwest Colleges List, marking the seventh consecutive year the University has ranked inside the top 15.
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History major Ethan Sledge ’27 made history by becoming Southwestern’s first-ever member of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Now, he is focused on helping establish the organization’s presence on campus through building community.
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Highlighted by nationally-ranked faculty, career services, Greek life, and campus recreation, Southwestern shines as one of the best universities in Texas in The Princeton Review’s annual college guide.
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Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.
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This summer, psychology majors Ingrid Buchwald ’27 and Julia Marshall ’27 worked to validate a parental effort scale developed by Professor of Psychology Carin Perilloux.
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The national recognition reflects Southwestern’s commitment to preparing students for success after graduation.
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The 2026–2031 roadmap aligns academic excellence, career preparation, and institutional priorities around a shared vision for Southwestern’s future.
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Southwestern has received another recognition as one of the top liberal arts colleges in Texas with Forbes ranking the University #2 in the Lone Star State.
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The home of the Pirates basketball and volleyball programs will receive a series of upgrades to elevate the fan experience and enhance the home court advantage.
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In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
more information
U.S. News & World Report ranked Southwestern #2 in the state of Texas and #91 in the country on their annual Best National Liberal Arts Colleges List.
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Led by Assistant Professor of Physics August Kohls, a group of students are working to design and construct a low-cost device for quick and reliable disease detection at home.
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SU checked in at #11 on the leading college planning platform’s annual Top 25 Best Southwest Colleges List, marking the seventh consecutive year the University has ranked inside the top 15.
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History major Ethan Sledge ’27 made history by becoming Southwestern’s first-ever member of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Now, he is focused on helping establish the organization’s presence on campus through building community.
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Highlighted by nationally-ranked faculty, career services, Greek life, and campus recreation, Southwestern shines as one of the best universities in Texas in The Princeton Review’s annual college guide.
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Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.
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This summer, psychology majors Ingrid Buchwald ’27 and Julia Marshall ’27 worked to validate a parental effort scale developed by Professor of Psychology Carin Perilloux.
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The national recognition reflects Southwestern’s commitment to preparing students for success after graduation.
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The 2026–2031 roadmap aligns academic excellence, career preparation, and institutional priorities around a shared vision for Southwestern’s future.
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Southwestern has received another recognition as one of the top liberal arts colleges in Texas with Forbes ranking the University #2 in the Lone Star State.
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The home of the Pirates basketball and volleyball programs will receive a series of upgrades to elevate the fan experience and enhance the home court advantage.
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In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
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U.S. News & World Report ranked Southwestern #2 in the state of Texas and #91 in the country on their annual Best National Liberal Arts Colleges List.
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Led by Assistant Professor of Physics August Kohls, a group of students are working to design and construct a low-cost device for quick and reliable disease detection at home.
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SU checked in at #11 on the leading college planning platform’s annual Top 25 Best Southwest Colleges List, marking the seventh consecutive year the University has ranked inside the top 15.
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History major Ethan Sledge ’27 made history by becoming Southwestern’s first-ever member of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Now, he is focused on helping establish the organization’s presence on campus through building community.
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Highlighted by nationally-ranked faculty, career services, Greek life, and campus recreation, Southwestern shines as one of the best universities in Texas in The Princeton Review’s annual college guide.
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Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.
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This summer, psychology majors Ingrid Buchwald ’27 and Julia Marshall ’27 worked to validate a parental effort scale developed by Professor of Psychology Carin Perilloux.
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2026 Southwestern University Teaching Award recipient and Professor of Mathematics Fumiko Futamura is part of a team that recently earned a $150,000 grant to build a math-themed playground in Austin.
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The 2026–2031 roadmap aligns academic excellence, career preparation, and institutional priorities around a shared vision for Southwestern’s future.
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Southwestern has received another recognition as one of the top liberal arts colleges in Texas with Forbes ranking the University #2 in the Lone Star State.
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The home of the Pirates basketball and volleyball programs will receive a series of upgrades to elevate the fan experience and enhance the home court advantage.
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In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
more information
U.S. News & World Report ranked Southwestern #2 in the state of Texas and #91 in the country on their annual Best National Liberal Arts Colleges List.
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Led by Assistant Professor of Physics August Kohls, a group of students are working to design and construct a low-cost device for quick and reliable disease detection at home.
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SU checked in at #11 on the leading college planning platform’s annual Top 25 Best Southwest Colleges List, marking the seventh consecutive year the University has ranked inside the top 15.
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Highlighted by nationally-ranked faculty, career services, Greek life, and campus recreation, Southwestern shines as one of the best universities in Texas in The Princeton Review’s annual college guide.
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Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.
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This summer, psychology majors Ingrid Buchwald ’27 and Julia Marshall ’27 worked to validate a parental effort scale developed by Professor of Psychology Carin Perilloux.
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2026 Southwestern University Teaching Award recipient and Professor of Mathematics Fumiko Futamura is part of a team that recently earned a $150,000 grant to build a math-themed playground in Austin.
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Southwestern has been recognized for its excellence in creating and supporting pathways that help transfer students earn bachelor’s degrees.
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Southwestern has received another recognition as one of the top liberal arts colleges in Texas with Forbes ranking the University #2 in the Lone Star State.
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The home of the Pirates basketball and volleyball programs will receive a series of upgrades to elevate the fan experience and enhance the home court advantage.
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In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
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The Jaysn Jameson Silent Auction will be held October 23-24, 2026, during Homecoming Weekend.
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Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.
more informationSouthwestern University will operate on a normal schedule on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. Classes will resume as scheduled, and University offices will be open as usual. Visit southwestern.edu/emergency for updates.
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Learn moreSmall Is Our Superpower
At Southwestern, you won’t get lost in a lecture hall or wait until graduate school to access meaningful opportunities. Our small size means professors know you, mentors invest in you, and undergraduates are at the center of research, leadership, and hands-on learning. You get the opportunities of a larger university with the personal attention only a small university can provide.
The Pirate Plan
College shouldn’t be left to chance. Every Southwestern student follows a personalized four-year framework with a dedicated Success Coach, bringing academics, campus involvement, and career preparation together. You’ll graduate with real-world experience, confidence, and a plan for post-graduate success.
Future-Proofed by Paideia
Southwestern’s education is grounded in Paideia, an interdisciplinary approach that teaches you to think across fields, experiences, and perspectives. You’ll develop the critical thinking, communication, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills employers value most—human skills that become even more valuable as technology changes how we work.
The Austin Advantage
Get the close-knit community of Georgetown with Austin less than 30 miles away. One of America’s leading innovation hubs puts internships, employers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders within reach—along with the live music, food, culture, festivals, and entertainment that make Austin one of the country’s most exciting cities.
Where You Belong
College is about more than what happens in the classroom. With 60+ student organizations, 20 intercollegiate sports, Greek life, traditions, service, and Pirate Adventures that help you explore Central Texas with new friends, there are countless ways to get involved, try something new, and find your place at Southwestern.
Outdoor Adventure
Led by Branndon Bargo–Explorers Club member, host of Highpointers , and world-record-holding mountaineer—Southwestern’s Outdoor Adventure program goes far beyond the typical college outing. Southwestern students have summited Mount Kilimanjaro, hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, snorkeled with manta rays in Hawaiʻi, and explored across Central Texas, all while building confidence, resilience, and leadership.
SU 560
Southwestern is expanding where a liberal arts education can happen. Southwestern University 560, a 560-acre mixed-use district adjacent to campus, will bring businesses, research, restaurants, entertainment, and more to Southwestern’s doorstep—creating a living laboratory where students can learn, research, intern, and work alongside employers and industry leaders.
“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
Proven outcomes
From launching meaningful careers to pursuing advanced degrees, Southwestern graduates show the lasting value of a liberal arts education. Explore their stories—and see how SU prepares you for what comes next.
Mathematics alumna Kayla Comeaux ’11 served as the Lead Flight Activity Officer for NASA’s Artemis II mission, a critical operation in the administration’s quest to return humans to the Moon.
As an Institutional Consulting Analyst, Philip Moffatt ’20 has built a successful career in wealth management on the foundation of his Southwestern Experience.
Looking back on a career that has included leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Facebook, Instagram, Birdwell, and now GoDaddy, Clawson credits one thing above all else: the liberal arts education that he received at Southwestern University.