Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
75.73%
SAT Average
1,004
ACT Range
17-24
New Mexico State University-Main Campus Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 75.73%. This means approximately 757 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 11,561 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
75.73%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,147 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $25,271 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $20,930 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $6,747 | State avg: $11,878. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 40.30% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 22.88% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does New Mexico State University-Main Campus Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$25,271
Room and board
$12,026
Books and supplies
$1,240
Other expenses
$4,698
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$20,930
Average net price
$6,747
Average aid coverage
68%
$14,183 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at New Mexico State University-Main Campus pays approximately $6,747 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New Mexico average of $11,878 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Mexico and national averages.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus net price
$6,747
New Mexico average
$11,878
National average
$17,506
New Mexico State University-Main Campus Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $25,271 and average net price at $6,747. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$25,271
Current net price
$6,747
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.22%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$39,067
Undergraduates
11,561
10-Year Median Earnings - New Mexico State University-Main Campus vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
Undergraduates
11,561
Completion rate
52.22%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
40.30%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
22.88%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 40.30% of New Mexico State University-Main Campus students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 22.88% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use New Mexico State University-Main Campus's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
New Mexico State University-Main Campus lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is listed at 2850 Weddell Street, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare New Mexico State University-Main Campus with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus | 75.73% | $25,271 | $6,747 | $39,067 |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | 53.96% | $26,312 | $8,265 | $76,489 |
| New Mexico Military Institute | 57.76% | $14,042 | $4,686 | $57,410 |
| New Mexico Highlands University | Not available | $12,180 | $14,141 | $45,937 |
| University of the Southwest | Not available | $16,670 | $19,969 | $45,389 |
Similar Schools in LAS CRUCES
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Mexico State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?
New Mexico State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 75.73%.
How much is New Mexico State University-Main Campus tuition?
New Mexico State University-Main Campus's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $25,271.
What is New Mexico State University-Main Campus's average net price?
New Mexico State University-Main Campus's average net price in the local dataset is $6,747.
What is New Mexico State University-Main Campus's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $39,067 for New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
Is New Mexico State University-Main Campus accredited?
New Mexico State University-Main Campus's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
The local dataset lists 11,561 undergraduate students at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
What percentage of New Mexico State University-Main Campus students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for New Mexico State University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 40.30%.
What is the federal loan rate at New Mexico State University-Main Campus?
The federal loan rate for New Mexico State University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 22.88%.
Where should I verify New Mexico State University-Main Campus data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with New Mexico State University-Main Campus or the latest official federal education data.