Southwest University at El Paso
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and students from lower-income families. freshman retention is below 65%; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 82% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Southwest University at El Paso is a private for-profit institution located in El Paso, Texas with approximately 2,073 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $16,906 per year. The graduation rate is 59%.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 66% graduation rate and only 64% of freshmen returning for sophomore year suggest a meaningful share of students struggle to finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. On the upside, median debt at graduation is a relatively manageable $14,000, and the small enrollment means you're not lost in the crowd. Worth considering if you need a local, accessible private option in El Paso, but ask hard questions about graduate outcomes and career support before committing.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 32% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,073 undergraduates).
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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