EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Forbes has recognized The University of Texas at El Paso as one of the top 15 colleges in the nation for launching successful careers.
It ranked as number 11. See the full list here.
The university also ranks eighth nationally for the lowest average student debt, according to the 2025 Forbes List of America’s Top Colleges.
The rankings evaluated 500 colleges across the country based on their effectiveness in helping graduates enter the workforce.
UTEP stands alongside prestigious institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, Drexel University, and Arizona State University, according to Forbes.
UTEP opens doors for anyone who is willing to work for it,” said UTEP President Heather Wilson. “I’m proud that UTEP is being recognized nationally for our real-world impact on students’ lives.
Forbes selected the top 15 schools based on factors such as work experience opportunities, including co-ops and internships, median salaries three years post-graduation, and employment rates after graduation.
UTEP’s average student debt at graduation is $4,410, making it the second-lowest in Texas among all colleges and universities, the magazine stated.
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