Non-Degree Studies

Non-degree study is offered at Southwestern College through the professional studies and college studies programs. Students may take classes for professional enhancement, or to explore the fields of counseling and psychology further.

Professional Studies Program
This program is designed for students with a graduate degree in counseling, art therapy or a related field. Students apply to this program for personal growth or professional development. Students may enroll in coursework at the college provided the courses are taken in the designated sequence and course prerequisites have been fulfilled. Permission to take courses in Year Two of the degree programs is given on a case-by-case basis. To enroll as a Professional Studies non-degree student, an applicant must:

1. Submit a completed application to Southwestern College, including a $50 application fee.

2. Provide verification of a graduate degree (transcript of graduate degree completion). If the student plans to become degree-oriented, a personal statement, a resume, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation and an admissions interview will be necessary for acceptance into a master's program.

College Studies Program

This program is for students with an undergraduate degree interested in personal growth or professional development. Students may enroll in selected College Studies courses which address different aspects of transformational education provided they have fulfilled the course prerequisites. Students may take up to 10 units of designated College Studies courses. The designated College Studies courses are:

1. Submit a completed application to Southwestern College, including a $50 application fee.

2. Provide verification of a bachelor's degree (transcript of bachelor's degree completion).

If the student wishes to take more than 10 units, it is necessary to apply to a degree or certificate program.