by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Southwestern degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Southwestern measures up.
Southwestern is ranked #2,561 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Texas, it ranks #158 of 184 for value.
These Southwestern majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Biology | #41 of 62 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #98 of 114 |
| General Business/Commerce | #202 of 243 |
| General Economics | #231 of 304 |
| Economics | #280 of 376 |
| Speech Communication | #330 of 396 |
| Political Science | #464 of 592 |
| Political Science & Government | #471 of 600 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #501 of 620 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #501 of 620 |
Read the full Southwestern value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Southwestern University is ranked #25 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #158 out of #184 for Texas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Southwestern financial aid page to be sure.
Southwestern University is ranked #2,561 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Southwestern University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Southwestern costs about $29,987. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $119,949 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $67,390 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $29,224 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,987 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $119,949 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Southwestern net price and the factors that affect it.
What Southwestern costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Southwestern degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $269,560 | — | — |
| All Students | $119,949 | #2,561 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $116,896 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $269,560 | — | — |
| All Students | $119,949 | #158 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $116,896 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Southwestern shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,791 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,567 |
| $48K–$75K | $24,800 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,434 |
| Over $110K | $33,832 |
About 98% of Southwestern undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $32,015 per year. Get more details on the Southwestern financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Southwestern net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.