University of the Southwest
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of the Southwest
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of the Southwest is a small private university located on a rural campus in Hobbs, New Mexico. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 337, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 45%. The university offers 33 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 27%, and a student-faculty ratio of 21:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,470.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRecommended
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankConsidered (not required)
Letter of recommendationNot required or recommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
96%
Online student enrollment
21:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
41%
Unknown
3%
Black
14%
Hispanic
36%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
2%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
52% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
72
Total Online Enrollment
991
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.96% online, 4% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
9% On-campus
91% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's79% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $16,470 | $16,470 |
| Graduate | $23,364 | $23,364 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $0 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,000 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,000 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,000 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,470 | $27,470 |
| Off-campus without family | $34,470 | $34,470 |
| Off-campus with family | $19,470 | $19,470 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
52%
State Grant Aid
3%
Institution Grant Aid
92%
Pell Grant
52%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$35k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track Field Xcountry
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 9 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 10 | Psychology. | |||
| 11 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 12 | Social Sciences. |
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