Southwestern University

Southwestern University
Former names
List
MottoNon Quis Sed Quid (Latin)
Motto in English
"Not Who But What"
TypePrivate liberal arts college
EstablishedFebruary 5, 1840 (February 5, 1840)
AccreditationSACS
Religious affiliation
Methodist
Academic affiliations
Endowment$289.4 million (2020)
PresidentLaura Skandera Trombley
DeanAlisa Gaunder
Academic staff
386
Administrative staff
317
Undergraduates1,515
Location, ,
United States
CampusSmall city, 700 acres (2.8 km2)
NewspaperThe Megaphone
ColorsBlack and gold
   
NicknamePirates
Sporting affiliations
MascotThe Captain
Websitesouthwestern.edu

Southwestern University (Southwestern or SU) is a private liberal arts college in Georgetown, Texas. Formed in 1873 from a revival of collegiate charters granted in 1840, Southwestern is the oldest college or university in Texas. Southwestern offers 40 bachelor's degrees in the arts, sciences, fine arts, and music as well as interdisciplinary and pre-professional programs. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Association of Schools of Music and historically affiliated with the United Methodist Church.