Hobbs,
NM
About University of the Southwest
University of the Southwest is a private, religious institution in the town of Hobbs, New Mexico. University of the Southwest was founded in 1962. The college currently enrolls around 1,059 students per year, including 450 undergrads.
University of the Southwest Acceptance Rate 2017
It is moderately difficult to get into University of the Southwest. In 2017, University of the Southwest accepted 66% of applicants. Out of 263 applications received in 2017, 173 students were offered admission.
| University of the Southwest Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 66% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 2.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 11% |
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University of the Southwest is locatedin Hobbs, New Mexico,.
If you want to see University of the Southwest for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take North Lovington Highway to Hobbs, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Lea County-Hobbs.
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College Info
University of the Southwest Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of the Southwest is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of the Southwest is Continuous processing.
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University of the Southwest SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
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Math SAT Range
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Reading SAT Range
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University of the Southwest Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$25,010
In State$25,010
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at University of the Southwest is like? There are approximately 1,059 students enrolled at University of the Southwest, including 450 undergraduate students and 609 graduate students. 67% percent of students attend school full-time, 52% percent are from NM and 48% percent of students are from other states.
67%
Full Time33%
Part Time52%
In State48%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,059
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
66%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$16,200
Out-of-State
$16,200
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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