At a glance
Average net price
$16,927
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
17.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
346
In-state tuition
$16,670
Out-of-state tuition
$16,670
Cost of attendance
$28,210
Median earnings (10y)
$45,389
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 55.1%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
10 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), social sciences (26%), trades & services (24%).
- STEM4%
- Health3%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services24%
- Liberal arts20.8%~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education19.4%~67 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation15.3%~53 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business15.3%~53 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology6.9%~24 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication1.4%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 92 | $47,026 | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 46 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Master's | 46 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | $28,011 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 35 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 30 | $35,815 | — |
| Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 25 | $41,784 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 20 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 18 | $65,468 | — |
| Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical Studies. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 13 | $31,861 | $24,312 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 12 | $31,409 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of the Southwest
University of the Southwest is a small institution located in Hobbs, New Mexico, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 346 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Education, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of the Southwest — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,927 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $16,670 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $28,210 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 17.0%, a below-average completion outcome. 55.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,389 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of the Southwest confers degrees and certificates across 10 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Education, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), social sciences (26% of credentials), trades & services (24% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Hobbs, New Mexico (town), University of the Southwest draws students from across New Mexico and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of the Southwest
Q.How much does University of the Southwest cost?
The average net price at University of the Southwest is $16,927 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $28,210.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of the Southwest?
University of the Southwest has a 6-year graduation rate of 17.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do University of the Southwest graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of the Southwest graduate earns $45,389 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of the Southwest?
Published tuition is $16,670 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of the Southwest located?
University of the Southwest is located in Hobbs, New Mexico (ZIP 88240).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of the Southwest at their official website.