There are 28 accredited colleges and universities in New Mexico. They admit an average of 74% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $10,126 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in New Mexico. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in New Mexico with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico Military Institute | Roswell, NM | $4,571 |
| Luna Community College | Las Vegas, NM | $4,595 |
| University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus | Gallup, NM | $4,868 |
| Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | Portales, NM | $4,904 |
| Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute | Albuquerque, NM | $5,181 |
| Navajo Technical University | Crownpoint, NM | $5,338 |
| University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus | Los Lunas, NM | $5,714 |
| Southeast New Mexico College | Carlsbad, NM | $5,734 |
| New Mexico State University-Dona Ana | Las Cruces, NM | $6,048 |
| New Mexico Junior College | Hobbs, NM | $6,524 |
| Northern New Mexico College | Espanola, NM | $7,276 |
| New Mexico State University-Alamogordo | Alamogordo, NM | $7,369 |
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There are 28 accredited colleges and universities in New Mexico in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 74% of applicants and cost about $10,126 per year after aid.
St. John's College is the highest nationally ranked university in New Mexico. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 28 New Mexico colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in New Mexico is about $10,126 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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