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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend NMSU.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at NMSU. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend NMSU and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend NMSU in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at NMSU.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at NMSU – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at NMSU and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at NMSU finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at NMSU.

New Student Applications (Fall 2010)

Of the 5,942 new freshman applicants, 95% were admitted and 21% of the admitted students enrolled at New Mexico State University Main Campus in Fall 2010.
Of the 1,270 transfer applicants, 93% were admitted and 68% of the admitted students enrolled at New Mexico State University Main Campus in Fall 2010.

New Freshman Admissions Info

Transfer Admissions Info

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New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores

Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended

Shows middle 50% of testing range
Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen ACT SAT
Composite 17 - 23  
Math 17 - 23 420 - 530
English 16 - 24  
Critical Reading   410 - 530
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
High School Preparation
High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen
 
Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class 42%
Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class 75%
Percent of new freshmen reporting High School Rank 84%
Average High School GPA (4-point scale) 3.28
Percent of new freshmen reporting High School GPA 99%
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