School Highlights
Southwest University at El Paso serves 2,862 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,862 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,300
- Acceptance Rate: 60%
- Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 93%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southwest University at El Paso ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 186 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwest University at El Paso
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1999
Total Faculty
186 staff
262 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southwest University at El Paso has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The Southwest University at El Paso diversity score of 0.28 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,862 students
4,931 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
2,862 students
909 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
286 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,862 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
84%
46%
% Black
8%
13%
% White
7%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.28
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
77%
58%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.772%
34%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,300 is more than the state average of $14,275. The private state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,300
$14,275
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,542
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,557
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
60%
84%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest University at El Paso cost?
Southwest University at El Paso's private state tuition is approximately $14,300.
What is the acceptance rate of Southwest University at El Paso?
The acceptance rate of Southwest University at El Paso is 60%, which is lower than the state average of 84%.
What is Southwest University at El Paso's ranking?
Southwest University at El Paso ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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