New Mexico State University-Main Campus

Las Cruces, New Mexico 88003-8001
Data updated 2024 · Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Public Bachelor's Suburb: Midsize
78.0%
Acceptance Rate
$7,627
In-State Tuition
$39,067
Earnings (10yr)
50.6%
Graduation Rate

Admissions

78.0%
accepted

New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepted 78.0% of applicants, making it Open Admission.

Test Scores

Test 25th Percentile Midpoint 75th Percentile
SAT Total 900 1030 1140
SAT Reading 450 525 580
SAT Math 450 505 560
ACT Composite 17 20 23

Costs & Financial Aid

In-state tuition at New Mexico State University-Main Campus is $7,627 and out-of-state tuition is $24,751. After financial aid, the average net price is $8,495. About 41.5% of students receive Pell Grants.

$7,627
In-State Tuition
$24,751
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,495
Avg Net Price
Cost Category Amount
In-State Tuition$7,627
Out-of-State Tuition$24,751
Room & Board (On Campus)$11,252
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$20,465
Average Net Price (After Aid)$8,495
Students Receiving Pell Grants41.5%
Students Taking Federal Loans26.4%

Outcomes & Earnings

Graduates of New Mexico State University-Main Campus earn a median salary of $39,067 ten years after enrollment. The graduation rate is 50.6%. Median student debt at graduation is $17,095, with an estimated monthly loan payment of $181.

Earnings After Enrollment

$32,960
6 Years
$36,423
8 Years
$39,067
10 Years
50.6%
Graduation Rate
72.5%
Freshman Retention
$17,095
Median Debt
Outcome Metric Value
Median Earnings (6 Years After)$32,960/yr
Median Earnings (8 Years After)$36,423/yr
Median Earnings (10 Years After)$39,067/yr
Graduation Rate (4-Year)50.6%
Freshman Retention Rate72.5%
Median Student Debt$17,095
Est. Monthly Loan Payment (10yr)$181/mo
3-Year Repayment Rate45.4%

Student Body

New Mexico State University-Main Campus has 11,065 undergraduate students. The student body is 57.7% female. About 43.6% are first-generation college students. The average age at entry is 23.1.

Demographics

Hispanic
64.1%
White
23.7%
Non-Resident
2.6%
Black
2.6%
AIAN
2.5%
Two or More
2.5%
Student Metric Value
Total Undergraduates11,065
Female Students57.7%
First-Generation Students43.6%
Average Age at Entry23.1
Students Over 2517.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
The acceptance rate at New Mexico State University-Main Campus is 78.0%, making it open admission. This means that for every 100 applicants, approximately 78 are admitted.
How much does it cost to attend New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
In-state tuition at New Mexico State University-Main Campus is $7,627 and out-of-state tuition is $24,751. After financial aid, the average net price is $8,495.
What is the average salary after graduating from New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
Graduates of New Mexico State University-Main Campus earn a median salary of $39,067 per year, measured 10 years after enrollment. At 6 years after enrollment, the median is $32,960.
What is the graduation rate at New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
The graduation rate at New Mexico State University-Main Campus is 50.6%. The freshman retention rate is 72.5%, which measures how many first-year students return for their second year.
How many students attend New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
New Mexico State University-Main Campus has 11,065 undergraduate students. The student body is 57.7% female. About 43.6% are first-generation college students.

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