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UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTHWEST

HOBBS, NMEIN: 85-0164940Website

Data sourced from IRS 990 public filings

UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTHWEST Welcome to USW, where a transformative education awaits you! Inspired by Christian values, our small private institution offers a unique blend of athletics and academics for undergraduates, ensuring a well-rounded experience. Meanwhile, our online graduate programs provide the flexibility and accessibility you need to pursue advanced degrees. Join our vibrant community and embark on a journey of personal growth, academic excellence, and spiritual development at our extraordinary university.

Faith-Based Service (Non-Political)
Local (City/County Level)
Religious Conservative (Evangelical/Protestant)
Young Adults (Ages 19-25)
Direct Service Delivery
Education & Awareness
Adults (Ages 26-64)
Higher Education Institutions

Annual Revenue

$21,824,198

Known Funders

15

Grants Received

30

Financial History

YearRevenueExpensesAssets
2024$21,824,198$18,352,001$20,479,133
2023$17,490,677$17,687,055$16,764,341
2022$17,030,000$16,554,579$17,478,150
2021$18,560,703$18,741,410$18,198,087
2020$17,670,200$18,399,838$17,944,232
2019$15,346,902$16,714,984$19,056,918
2018$15,330,911$16,449,892$18,244,516
2017$15,604,596$16,080,272$19,528,168

Top Funders

$1,000,000 (2023)
$398,188 (2024)
$331,958 (2023)
$324,341 (2022)
$301,492 (2021)
$50,250 (2024)
$26,365 (2022)

Showing top 10 of 15 funders.

Key Personnel

From 2024 IRS 990 filing

S

STEVE APPEL

VICE PRESIDENT

Highest Compensated
D

DR KEISHA TIPTON

DEAN/FACULTY

Highest Compensated
D

DR BRIANNA LOPEZ

CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER

Key Employee
D

DR PAULA SMITH

EVP/CFO/TREASURER

Officer
D

DR RYAN TIPTON

PRESIDENT

Officer
J

JAMES LACKEY

BOARD MEMBER (PART YEAR)

K

KRISTI GOODWIN

BOARD MEMBER (PART YEAR)

G

GARY EIDSON

BOARD MEMBER (PART YEAR)

L

LIZABETH WHITE

BOARD MEMBER

S

SAMUEL S SPENCER JR

BOARD MEMBER

Showing 10 of 28 key personnel.

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