D
Below Average
Score: 41/100
Overall (traditional)
N/R
Outcome Rating
No earnings reported

Southwestern College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87507
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
F
31/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

249
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
N/A
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings by Major at Southwestern College

Median pay of master's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology—$56,149-14%#252 of 322#150—
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions—$51,082-28%#200 of 211#182—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Southwestern College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $464,769
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,873/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 87083 (4.9% cap, Cochiti Lake)

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🏆 Where Southwestern College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#8
Art Therapy/Therapist
of 8 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

249
Total Students
94%
Women

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 16%
Black 4%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 2%
Hybrid (Some Online) 14%
Fully Online 84%

📊 Age Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southwestern College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Southwestern College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Southwestern College?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Southwestern College a good school?
Southwestern College has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Southwestern College?
Southwestern College has a total enrollment of 249 students.

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D
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology