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Tuition Discount with Participating Partners

Go Further with a Southwestern Education

Designed for current and aspiring educational leaders, Southwestern College Professional Studies offers flexible online programs that help you build the knowledge and skills to lead, innovate, and create meaningful change.

Through Southwestern’s partnerships with participating school districts and organizations, eligible employees can receive a 20% discounted tuition rate per credit hour. It’s one more way we’re helping working professionals reach their academic and career goals.

Your Degree. Your Schedule. Your Future.

Whether you’re balancing work, family, or other commitments, Southwestern’s online programs are designed to fit your life.

  • Eight session starts each year — New sessions begin every six weeks.
  • Learn on your schedule — Asynchronous courses allow you to log in and complete coursework when it works for you.
  • Personalized academic support — An academic success coach is there to help you stay on track.
  • Transfer up to 94 credit hours — Put your previous college experience to work.
  • 20% tuition discount — Eligible employees of participating partners receive a reduced credit-hour rate.
  • Application fee waiver — Contact us to receive your application fee waiver code.

Built for the Future. Connected to Tradition

With more than 140 years of educational experience, Southwestern College is a nonprofit, regionally accredited institution committed to providing practical, career-focused education.

Professional Studies offers online degree and certificate programs designed for today’s professionals—with the flexibility, support, and affordability to help you move forward.

Support, Accessibility, and Value

When you choose Southwestern, you’re more than an online student. You’re part of a community built around your success.

  • Dedicated Academic Coaches — Get personalized guidance as you navigate your program and requirements.
  • Generous Transfer Credits — Transfer up to 94 credit hours to potentially reduce your time and cost to completion.
  • Career-Focused Programs — Develop practical skills through progressive, nationally recognized programs.
  • Accessible Student Resources — Get the support you need throughout your educational journey.
  • Small Class Sizes — Learn from experienced, practicing faculty in an environment designed to encourage interaction and engagement.
  • Campus and Alumni Connections — Even as an online student, you’re part of the Southwestern community. Professional Studies students from around the world come together on campus each May for commencement.
  • Affordable Tuition — With Southwestern’s recent pricing reset, undergraduate tuition per credit hour is among the lowest in the nation.

Partners

  • USD 260 Derby
  • USD 263 Mulvane
  • USD 353 Wellington
  • USD 465 Winfield
  • City of Winfield

Ready to take the next step? Contact Southwestern College Professional Studies to learn more about your partnership benefits and how to get started.

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