To continue what Oscar said:

I interviewed with SWA twice before I was hired. First time extremely disappointed. Still think it was a great investment on the type rating. SWA like everyone else hires people, not type ratings. If you show up to a SWA interview thinking that paying for the type sucks, well your rejection letter will suck too.

SWA hires attitude. If it is good and looking for a quality investment, SWA will hire you. Want to waste (spend) $8000, go to Vegas. The difference is wording: invest in your future. Do what it takes, especially if SWA is the only game in town.