Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Las Cruces, New Mexico |
| Online | nmsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
New Mexico State University's main campus spans 900 acres in Las Cruces, situated in the Mesilla Valley between the Rio Grande River and the Organ Mountains, approximately 45 miles north of the Mexican border. Founded in 1888 as Las Cruces College, NMSU serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and land-grant university, featuring Spanish Renaissance Revival architecture across its desert campus. The university maintains strong academic programs in engineering, agriculture, business, and the physical sciences, with particular emphasis on agricultural research and extension services throughout the state. NMSU operates multiple residence halls and apartment complexes for its student population, with most first-year students residing on campus. The NMSU Aggies compete in NCAA Division I athletics as members of Conference USA, with notable programs in men's basketball and women's equestrian sports.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
NMSU is rated within the lower 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for New Mexico State University Main Campus within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#731 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#252 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in New Mexico
#3 in Best Public Colleges in New Mexico
#18 in Best Value Colleges in New Mexico
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 885/1110 |
| ACT | 17/24 |
| GPA | 3.55 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Mexico Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $1,864 |
| Room and Board | $12,026 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,698 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,111 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $1,864 |
| Room and Board | $12,026 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,698 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,235 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Education | 10% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 7% |
| Engineering | 7% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2025