Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of New Mexico-Main Campus is a public institution in Albuquerque with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1047, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 16.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,792 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,478.
Established
1889
Motto
Lux Hominum Vita
Mascot
Lobo Louie Lobo Lucy
Type
Public research university
Conference
Mountain West Conference
Division
Division I
95%Acceptance
1047SAT Avg
16,686Students
15:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$44,792Earnings 10yr
$17,478Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate95.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1047
Reading & Writing
460590
Math
440570
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1926
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,115
Tuition (out-of-state)$26,450
Room & Board$11,884
Books & Supplies$1,328
Total Cost of Attendance$20,973
Average Net Price$17,478
Median Debt at Graduation$18,450
Monthly Payment (10yr)$196
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,908
$30–48K$15,609
$48–75K$18,586
$75–110K$20,679
$110K+$20,948
Programs (245)
Student Body
Undergrads
16,686
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%
Race & Ethnicity
White 29%
Black 3%
Hispanic 51%
Asian 4%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate52.5%
Freshman Retention72.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$37,150
8 Years$41,307
10 Years$44,792
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,400
Men
$50,800
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lobos
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia