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Colleges / Western New Mexico University

Western New Mexico University

Silver City, NM 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate100%
Acceptance Rate100%

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
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Average GPA 2.5
Test Optional May require tests

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Western New Mexico University is located in Silver City, New Mexico,.

If you would like to see Western New Mexico University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 10 to Silver City, or book a flight to the nearest airport, El Paso International.

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College Info

PO Box 680 Silver City, NM 88062-0680

Campus Setting: Rural

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

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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

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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 Time

45%

Part Time

90%

In State

10%

Out-of-State

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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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