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New Mexico State University-Main Campus

Las Cruces, New Mexico · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$32,960

Acceptance Rate

76%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$8,147

At a Glance

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Total Students

11,561

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Retention Rate

75%

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Faculty Ratio

15

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Financial Aid

23%

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Median Debt

$17,095

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

New Mexico State University-Main Campus is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 75.7%. The university enrolls 11,561 students. The retention rate is 74.8%, and the graduation rate is 51.6%. The median debt for graduates is $17,095, and 22.9% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition is $8,147. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $38,119. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $32,960, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $39,067.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$38k

1 YEAR

$33k

5 YEARS

$39k

10 YEARS

Top 89% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, New Mexico State University graduates earn $38,119. However, five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $32,960. Ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $39,067. The median debt for graduates is $17,095.

The university has a 75.7% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 51.6%, and the retention rate is 74.8%. The in-state tuition is $8,147, and 22.9% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Las Cruces, New Mexico

Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001

New Mexico State University-Main Campus is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

New Mexico State University-Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 76%.