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What are your chances at New Mexico State University-Main Campus?

Las Cruces, NM · Public · 11,946 students

89%admitted
89% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 89 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students870–1110
400
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What New Mexico State University-Main Campus actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$8,889
per year, after grants · sticker $23,274
Median earnings
$39,067
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
55.2%
finish within six years
Median debt
$17,095
at graduation · about $181/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$6,648
$30,000 – $48,000$7,424
$48,000 – $75,000$9,861
$75,000 – $110,000$13,146
Over $110,000$14,049

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, New Mexico State University-Main Campus’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at New Mexico State University-Main Campus

New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts about 89% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 870 and 1110 on the SAT, or 17–24 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.