Known for health sciences — major research university
The University of Texas at El Paso is a public institution in El Paso with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 982, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 20.5K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,923 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,726.
Established
1913
Motto
Scientia et Humanitas
Mascot
Paydirt Pete
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I
100%Acceptance
982SAT Avg
20,547Students
20:1Student:Faculty
46%Grad Rate
$50,923Earnings 10yr
$10,726Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate99.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 982
Reading & Writing
440550
Math
430540
ACT Score Range
Composite
1723
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,744
Tuition (out-of-state)$25,512
Room & Board$10,864
Books & Supplies$1,646
Total Cost of Attendance$19,327
Average Net Price$10,726
Median Debt at Graduation$18,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$191
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,413
$30–48K$9,876
$48–75K$11,289
$75–110K$16,289
$110K+$18,978
Programs (173)
Student Body
Undergrads
20,547
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
61%
Race & Ethnicity
White 4%
Black 2%
Hispanic 88%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate46.0%
Freshman Retention77.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$37,978
8 Years$44,575
10 Years$50,923
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$40,000
Men
$47,200
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Source: Wikipedia