Race & Ethnicity
University of Texas at El Paso has a diverse student body with 92% students of color and 8% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Texas at El Paso offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Texas at El Paso has a gender distribution of 55% female students and 45% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
37% of total enrollment
46% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Texas at El Paso serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 51% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 16% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
51%
Traditional Age (18-21)
16%
Non-Traditional (25+)
17%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Texas at El Paso attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 8% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 116% in-state residents, -24% out-of-state students, and 8% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
116% of student body
8% of student body
States Represented
33 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
92%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
55%
Female Students
Global Reach
8%
International
Age Diversity
16%
Non-Traditional Age