PublicSuburban
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
NMSU
Las Cruces, New Mexico 88003-8001
Visit websiteKnown for business — excellent value
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is a public institution in Las Cruces with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1004, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 11.6K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,067 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $6,747.
Established
1888
Mascot
Pistol Pete
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
Conference USA (C-USA)
Campus Visits
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76%Acceptance
1004SAT Avg
11,561Students
15:1Student:Faculty
52%Grad Rate
$39,067Earnings 10yr
$6,747Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate75.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1004
Reading & WritingMid: 525
450560
MathMid: 505
435550
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 20
1724
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,147
Tuition (out-of-state)$25,271
Room & Board$12,026
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$20,930
Average Net Price$6,747
Median Debt at Graduation$17,095
Monthly Payment (10yr)$181
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$5,104
$30–48K$5,724
$48–75K$8,877
$75–110K$10,223
$110K+$10,360
Programs (251)
Student Body
Undergrads
11,561
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
40%
Race & Ethnicity
White 25%
Black 2%
Hispanic 63%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate52.2%
Freshman Retention74.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$32,960
8 Years$36,423
10 Years$39,067
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$34,500
Men
$47,800
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Source: Wikipedia