University of the Southwest
Private Christian university in Hobbs, New Mexico / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other universities with a similar name, see Southwest University (disambiguation).
The University of the Southwest is a private Christian university located in Hobbs, New Mexico. The university was incorporated as College of the Southwest in 1962, although the college had existed for several years prior as a two-year Baptist educational institution.[4]
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Former names | Hobbs Baptist College (1956–1958) New Mexico Baptist College (1958–1962) College of the Southwest (1962–2008) |
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Type | Private university |
Established | 1956 (1956) |
Accreditation | HLC |
Religious affiliation | Non-denominational Christian |
President | Dr. Quint Thurman |
Provost | Dr. Ryan Tipton |
Students | 1,009[1] |
Undergraduates | 370[2] |
Postgraduates | 535[3] |
Location | , |
Colors | Red & Blue |
Nickname | Mustangs |
Sporting affiliations | NAIA – RRAC |
Website | www.usw.edu |
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The University of the Southwest grants baccalaureate degrees in Arts and Sciences, Business, and Education. The university also offers both an MBA and Masters of Science in Education program. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.[5]