Hunt Enrollment Surge Helps Set UTEP Record
What’s Happening: The Woody L. Hunt College of Business posted its largest enrollment in history this fall with 3,944 students — an 11.1% increase over last year. The surge helped UTEP surpass 26,000 students enrolled for the first time ever.
Why It Matters: Hunt Business is one of the fastest-growing colleges at UTEP, reflecting strong demand for business education at the border. From undergraduate pathways to advanced graduate study, students are choosing Hunt Business for the blend of academic rigor and real-world opportunity.
Dean’s Take:
“This enrollment milestone reflects the strength and relevance of a Hunt Business education,” said John Hadjimarcou, Ph.D., Rick and Ginger Francis Dean. “UTEP students recognize the value of preparing for leadership in a global, binational economy. Our faculty, staff, partners, and alumni are committed to helping every student create their golden opportunity.”
By the Numbers:
· Hunt Business enrollment: 3,944 students (+11.1%)
· UTEP total enrollment: 26,297 (+1,200 year-over-year)
· Freshman class: 4,501 students (+15%, record high)
Beyond the Classroom:
Student engagement remains central to the Hunt Business experience. From mentorship and advising, to career development resources, students find support at every step of their journey.
Corporate Academies connect coursework with industry immersion — with more than 70% of participants landing full-time roles by graduation. Hunt Business currently offers four academies in banking, supply chain, risk management, and human resources.
Graduate Opportunities: Hunt Business graduate programs continue to expand their reach — including MBA, MAcc, MS in Economics, and the Ph.D. in Business Administration. These programs position students for leadership in business, policy, and academia.
The Bigger Picture: UTEP’s historic enrollment record underscores a community-wide commitment to higher education. For Hunt Business, the momentum reinforces its role as a regional hub for opportunity and its quest to become a leading business school in U.S.-Mexico trade and commerce — preparing more students than ever to lead, innovate, and build across borders.
