Below Average

Score: 44/100

University of the Southwest

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Hobbs, New Mexico 88240

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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.
Graduation Rate: 27%

Outcomes

49/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

50/100

Experience

C+

60/100

Prestige

18/100

Quick Stats

1,034

Total Enrollment

27%

Graduation Rate

53%

Retention Rate

21.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The University of the Southwest Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $201,691
Avg rent near campus: $1,307/mo — vs ~$444/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 88240 (5.1% cap, Hobbs)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$16,470	$16,470
Room	$4,000
Board	$4,000
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$27,670	$27,670

Financial Aid

98%

Receive Any Aid

52%

Receive Pell Grants

62%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 46 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 30 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 24 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 24 grads/yr Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement 22 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 20 grads/yr General Studies 15 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 13 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 12 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 10 grads/yr Psychology, General 9 grads/yr Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical Studies, Other 8 grads/yr Corrections 6 grads/yr Performance and Sport Psychology 6 grads/yr Human Resources Management and Services, Other 5 grads/yr Education, General 5 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 5 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 4 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 4 grads/yr Religion/Religious Studies 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of the Southwest's top programs commonly pursue.

Educational, guidance, and career counselors and advisors

$65k/yr 376,300 jobs

Natural sciences managers

$161k/yr 104,300 jobs

Biological scientists, all other

$93k/yr 63,700 jobs

Life scientists, all other

$88k/yr 7,800 jobs

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

$83k/yr 66,000 jobs

Forensic science technicians

$67k/yr 20,700 jobs

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs

Biological technicians

$52k/yr 82,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,034

Total Students

65%

Women

87%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 41%

Hispanic 36%

Black 14%

Asian 2%

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 4%

Hybrid (Some Online) 24%

Fully Online 72%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%

25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of the Southwest?

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 University of the Southwest?

Tuition at University of the Southwest is $16,470 for in-state students and $16,470 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at University of the Southwest?

The graduation rate at University of the Southwest is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is University of the Southwest a good school?

University of the Southwest has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): 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 University of the Southwest?

University of the Southwest has a total enrollment of 1,034 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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