Silver City,
NM
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About Western New Mexico University
Western New Mexico University is a public, state university in the rural area of Silver City, New Mexico. Western New Mexico University was founded in 1893. The college enrolls around 2,822 students per year, including 1,874 undergrad students.
| Western New Mexico University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Average GPA | 2.5 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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Western New Mexico University is located in Silver City, New Mexico,.
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College Info
Western New Mexico University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 12
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Western New Mexico University is Aug 12.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Western New Mexico University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
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Math SAT Range
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Reading SAT Range
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Western New Mexico University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$18,747
In State$25,730
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$4,417
$11,400
Fees
$2,140
$2,140
Housing
$10,590
$10,590
Books
$1,600
$1,600
Student Life
Wondering what life at Western New Mexico University is like? There are approximately 2,822 students enrolled at Western New Mexico University, including 1,874 undergraduate students and 948 graduate students. 55% percent of students attend school full-time, 90% percent are from NM and 10% percent of students are from other states.
55%
Full Time45%
Part Time90%
In State10%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,822
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
100%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$6,557
Out-of-State
$13,540
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 12
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