School Highlights
Southwest University at El Paso serves 1,558 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 70%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,558 students
- In-state tuition: $14,300
- Out-state tuition: $14,300
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- 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 Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 186 teachers has grown by 144% over five years.
Southwest University at El Paso
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
186 staff
262 staff

Student Body
The student population of Southwest University at El Paso has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Southwest University at El Paso diversity score of 0.24 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,558 students
4,541 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
1,558 students
1,289 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
3,252 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
229 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,558 students
1,266 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,252 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
251 students
% Asian
1%
5%

% Hispanic
87%
46%

% Black
4%
12%

% White
7%
30%

% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
3%


Diversity Score
0.24
0.68

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
77%
18%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.89%
2.44%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $14,300 is more than the state average of $3,626. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,300 is more than the state average of $5,997. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$14,300
$3,626

Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,300
$5,997

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
83%

Median Debt for Graduates
$18,542
$10,765

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,557
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest University at El Paso cost?
Southwest University at El Paso's tuition is approximately $14,300 for In-State students and $14,300 for Out-State students.
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, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
Recent Articles

Microcredentials: Tailoring Learning Journeys in Robotics
Micro-credentials offer a unique opportunity for adult learners to tailor their learning journeys to their specific needs and career aspirations. In this article we explore micro-credentials in robotics.

How To Pay For A Community College Education
We look in-depth at how you can pay for a community college education.

April 07, 2023
Spring 2023: Top 10 Job FieldsThe job market is changing at warp speed. Find out which job fields are the most promising for community college graduates.