EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 Forbes has recognized The University of Texas at El Paso as one of the top 15 colleges in the nation for launching successful careers. <\/p>\n
It ranked as number 11. See the full list here. <\/a><\/p>\n The university also ranks eighth nationally for the lowest average student debt, according to the 2025 Forbes List of America\u2019s Top Colleges. <\/p>\n The rankings evaluated 500 colleges across the country based on their effectiveness in helping graduates enter the workforce. <\/p>\n UTEP stands alongside prestigious institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, Drexel University, and Arizona State University, according to Forbes. <\/p>\n UTEP opens doors for anyone who is willing to work for it,” said UTEP President Heather Wilson. “I\u2019m proud that UTEP is being recognized nationally for our real-world impact on students\u2019 lives.<\/p>\n 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. <\/p>\n 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. <\/p>\n