UTEP Breaks Spring Enrollment Record with Nearly 25,000 Students

University sees strong growth across undergraduate and graduate programs

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) enrolled 24,901 students for the Spring 2026 semester, the highest spring enrollment in the University's history and a 4.4% increase over Spring 2025. Undergraduate enrollment increased 5.1% overall, and new master's enrollment is up 6.0%, underscoring sustained interest in advanced study. UTEP also saw growth in new transfer students with enrollment up 3.1% compared to last spring.

Why it matters

UTEP's record-breaking spring enrollment demonstrates that students and families see the value of a UTEP education and are persisting to get their degrees. This growth aligns with regional and national demand for healthcare professionals and highlights UTEP's role in preparing the workforce of the Paso del Norte region.

The details

UTEP's spring 2026 enrollment of 24,901 students represents a 4.4% increase over Spring 2025. Credit hours are also up 5.2%, signaling strong course participation and persistence as the semester begins. The College of Nursing now enrolls 2,650 students, up 12.6% from Spring 2025, while the College of Health Sciences reached 2,040 students, an increase of 9.6%.

  • UTEP enrolled 24,901 students for the Spring 2026 semester.

The players

Heather Wilson

President of UTEP.

Amanda Vasquez-Vicario

Vice president for enrollment management at UTEP.

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What they’re saying

“UTEP's growth this spring shows that students and families see the value of a UTEP education and are persisting to get that degree.”

— Heather Wilson, President of UTEP (utep.edu)

“We know that college degrees are important to many career opportunities and are pleased that so many students trust the quality of UTEP degrees.”

— Amanda Vasquez-Vicario, Vice president for enrollment management (utep.edu)

The takeaway

UTEP's record-breaking spring enrollment demonstrates the university's growing reputation and the strong demand for its programs, particularly in healthcare fields. This growth highlights UTEP's role in preparing the workforce for the Paso del Norte region.