SWAU Parents
It’s important for Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) to connect with our students and help guide them through this exciting journey. We want to ensure that the all resources that Southwestern provides are at your fingertips for an easier transition.
Our mission
Inspiring knowledge, faith, and service through Christ-centered education.
Academic calendar
We want to keep our students' parents involved as much as possible, which is why parents should always be up-to-date on our upcoming events and holidays. View our Calendar.
Parents of Accepted Students
Congratulations! Your future Knight has been accepted! Here is a list of what needs to happen after a student has been accepted.
- Deposit Deadlines and dates
- Last items to turn in
- Financial aid information
- Link to students’ program of study so that they can see who advisors are etc
- Pathways link career information/Internship
- CASA (Tutoring help)
- CORE information
- Parent booklet (we have it we just need to turn it into a PDF online)
- FAQ page for parents (link that directs them to this)
Commitment deposit
The commitment deposit ensures the spot of the student at SWAU. Once the deposit is complete, access to the student portal and class registration are granted.
Parents of Prospective Students
Here is a list of things that need to happen to get students accepted
- Link to visit campus
- Link to apply
- Link to where our next steps are for prospective student
- Link to financial aid scholarship/tuition information
- Statistics of the school student/teacher ratio, male /to female (etc)
- FAQ page for parents (link to direct them to this)
- Who are we as SDA and can anyone be a part of our community? (probably can go into the FAQ)
Veterans
If you're a veteran who qualifies for full benefits under the Veterans Administration Post-9/11 GI Bill®, the Veterans Administration will cover the full cost of your tuition. You may also receive a housing allowance and money to purchase textbooks and class materials.
Thank you for your service.
Veterans
If you're a veteran who qualifies for full benefits under the Veterans Administration Post-9/11 GI Bill®, the Veterans Administration will cover the full cost of your tuition. You may also receive a housing allowance and money to purchase textbooks and class materials.
Non-degree & Dual Credit
Take a class or two at your convenience!
Are you a high school student looking to take college courses to get a jumpstart on your college career? Are you already enrolled in another college or university but need to take a class to stay on track with your current program? SWAU can help you get the class you need when you need it.
Non-degree & Dual Credit
Take a class or two at your convenience!
Are you a high school student looking to take college courses to get a jumpstart on your college career? Are you already enrolled in another college or university but need to take a class to stay on track with your current program? SWAU can help you get the class you need when you need it.