Jul 01, 2025  
2025-2026 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Bulletin

Admissions


Applicants SWU Global  programs are assessed according to academic background, aptitude for graduate-level work, and personal information. Professional experience may also be considered for applicants to some graduate programs. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran. The school maintains its Christian character, but does not discriminate on the basis of religion except to the extent that applicable law respects its right to act in furtherance of its religious objectives.

Admission to SWU Global programs is governed by policies and procedures approved by the Southern Wesleyan University Faculty Assembly. Admission to graduate programs does not constitute Degree Candidacy status in a specific graduate program. Requirements for Degree Candidacy are outlined in the Program Specific Admission Procedures in the individual program sections of this Catalog.

The University reserves the right to refuse admission or readmission to any prospective student or re-enrollment to any student. Any applicant who intentionally withholds pertinent information or who falsifies information may be required to withdraw from Southern Wesleyan University. The regulations listed herein are subject to change after the publication of this Catalog. The University reserves the right to make necessary changes to admission requirements without notice.

Southern Wesleyan University SWU Global programs utilize a variety of course-delivery formats, some of which are available through online instruction. Course-delivery format options vary by degree program; programs may be offered through online or residential formats.

SWU Global may request additional documentation from applicants who do not meet admissions standards. If SWU Global, in its professional opinion, determines that the documentation justifies the candidate’s potential for success, SWU Global may present the documentation to the Office of the Provost with a request to admit the student.

 

Additional Graduate Admission Information

If you have any questions regarding admission requirements for your degree program, please contact your admissions coordinator.

Requests for general information about SWU Global or questions about the application process should be directed to (864) 644-5508 or online@swu.edu.

All students are required to submit an application at https://www.swu.edu/online/apply/. Students must have their prior institution submit official transcripts to the Southern Wesleyan University Admissions Office or SWU Global offices. Official transcripts may be obtained from online services such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse. Note: Transcripts must be sent directly from prior instutitions to Southern Wesleyan University and not through the student.