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University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Albuquerque, NM · Public · Large city · Website

University of New Mexico-Main Campus campus
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Admission rate
95%
Open
Average net price
$19,966
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
54%
Median earnings
$50,072
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of New Mexico-Main Campus is a public college in Albuquerque, NM with 17,244 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants, and admitted students average 1038 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $19,966 per year ($19,896 for families earning under $30,000). 54% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $50,072 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
95%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
12,907
Fall 2023
Admitted
12,320
Fall 2023
Yield
29%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing460–600
200800
SAT Math430–570
200800
ACT Composite19–26
136

What University of New Mexico-Main Campus looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$24,715
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,383
Out-of-state tuition
$33,532

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$19,896
  • $30–48k$17,600
  • $48–75k$19,104
  • $75–110k—
  • $110k+$23,804

Get a personal estimate with University of New Mexico-Main Campus's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Freshman retention
76%
Median earnings
$50,072
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$16,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
17,244
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
43%
  • White28%
  • Hispanic51%
  • Black3%
  • Asian4%

University of New Mexico-Main Campus FAQ

What is University of New Mexico-Main Campus's acceptance rate?+

University of New Mexico-Main Campus admits 95% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for University of New Mexico-Main Campus?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 460–600 on SAT Reading and Writing and 430–570 on SAT Math; the average total is 1038.

What ACT score do you need for University of New Mexico-Main Campus?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–26.

Is University of New Mexico-Main Campus test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of New Mexico-Main Campus?+

In Fall 2023, 12,907 students applied to University of New Mexico-Main Campus and 12,320 were admitted; 3,612 enrolled.

Does University of New Mexico-Main Campus consider legacy status?+

No. University of New Mexico-Main Campus reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of New Mexico-Main Campus require an essay?+

University of New Mexico-Main Campus reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of New Mexico-Main Campus cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $24,715 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,966.

What is University of New Mexico-Main Campus's graduation rate?+

54% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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