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- School Code: 342200
- Phone: (864) 242-5100
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
35.03%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
20FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$13,793Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Early Childhood Education Degree
The early childcare program at Southern Wesleyan University prepare students for a career as a daycare provider, social worker, camp counselor, recreation work, teacher assistant, or preschool teacher. The program focuses on teaching students ranging in age from infancy through eight years, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.
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Southern Wesleyan University (SWU)
1700 Wade Hampton Boulavard, Greenville, SC
Southern Wesleyan University is a nonprofit private school that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Central, SC, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Wesleyan affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Around a thousand students enroll at Southern Wesleyan University yearly.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Philosophy And Religious Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among applicants admitted to Southern Wesleyan University are within the range of 20 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 1230 - 1540 for the SAT exam. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $23,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The cost of on-campus housing is around $4,300 for the year. Some students at Southern Wesleyan University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for SWU is the "Warriors", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Golf (NAIA Division I)
Students who wish to see more about SWU can take a look at their website at http://www.swu.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southern Wesleyan University offers a bachelor's degree program in early childhood education.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Early Childhood Education program at Southern Wesleyan University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, preschool teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
- Total Employment: 870
- Average Hourly Rate: $11.39
- Average Annual Salary: $23680
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, kindergarten teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
- Total Employment: 490
- Average Annual Salary: $53700
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates Southern Wesleyan University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Southern Wesleyan University may provide services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southern Wesleyan University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Conference Carolinas)
- Basketball (Conference Carolinas)
- Track and Field (Conference Carolinas)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball