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Public, 4-Year
El Paso, TX

The University of Texas at El Paso

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$9,744

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

99.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

46.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$50,923

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

The University of Texas at El Paso is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in El Paso, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,744, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 46.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing440 – 550
20025th–75th percentile800
Math430 – 540
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 23
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

99.9%

Transfer-Out Rate19.9%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$38,976

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$20,923

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$170,254

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$379,484

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 47%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at The University of Texas at El Paso is $18,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.4%
45.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
87.7%
White
3.8%
International
3.7%
Black
1.8%
Unknown
1.4%
Asian
0.7%
Two or more
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$9,744

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,413
$30k - $48k$9,876
$48k - $75k$11,289
$75k+$16,289

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,000
Pell Grant Recipients60.6%
Using Federal Loans29.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment46.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

77.3%

Success

46.6%

In-State Cost

$9,744

Age 25+ Students

18.2%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

6,015 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
El Paso (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
El Paso (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In El Paso

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$804

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$980

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,150

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the El Paso metropolitan area.