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Is USW a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$103,712 Avg Total Cost

University of the Southwest Value Report

Is an USW degree worth it? Only you know for sure, but College Factual's value analysis can help answer that question. Keep reading for more.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Below Average National Quality
Slightly Overpriced

University of the Southwest is ranked #1,474 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe University of the Southwest is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1474 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  34.23 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $103,712 For That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree from USW will cost you about $103,712. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $23,952 and a typical 4.33 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$23,952
Average Years to Graduate4.33
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$103,712

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about USW cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$103,496 In-State With Aid
$125,267 Avg Cost No Aid
4.33 Years to Graduate

Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how USW value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$125,267#0F
All Students$103,712#1,474D
Only Students Receiving Aid$103,496#1,786F
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$125,267#F
All Students$103,712#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$103,496#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of New Mexico.

About 92% of USW students receive financial aid. Get more details on what USW financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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