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?
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Quick Stats (2023-24)
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)
El Paso County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.53, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in El Paso County, TX is Vista College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
