University of the Southwest
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 |
| Accreditation | HLC |
Religious affiliation | Non-denominational Christian |
| President | Quint Thurman |
| Provost | Ryan Tipton |
| Students | 1,009 |
| Undergraduates | 370 |
| Postgraduates | 535 |
| Location | , New Mexico |
| Colors | Red & Blue |
| Nickname | Mustangs |
Sporting affiliations | NAIA – RRAC |
| Website | www.usw.edu |
The University of the Southwest is a private Christian university in Hobbs, New Mexico, United States. It 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.
The University of the Southwest grants baccalaureate degrees, the Master of Business Administration (MBA), and the Master of Science in Education. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.