New Mexico State University-Alamogordo campus
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New Mexico State University-Alamogordo

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 10 to 1
Students retention rate 52%
On-time graduation rate 15%

Located in Alamogordo, New Mexico, New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1, New Mexico State University-Alamogordo emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is reported to be 15%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, New Mexico state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 36% whereas the national average was 35%.

The retention rate of students at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is 52% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in New Mexico is 58%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$2,424

Cost of attendance at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo in 2022 for students from New Mexico.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Mexico's average $6,451
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$5,376

Cost of attendance at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Mexico's average $14,455
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 89 of freshman students at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo received on average $5,760 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,760
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 35 57% $5,286 $184,996
Other Federal Grant 35 57% $5,294 $185,296
State Grant/Scholarships 47 77% $1,813 $85,229
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 27 44% $1,501 $40,522
Total Grant & Scholarships 54 89% $5,760 $311,047

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of New Mexico State University-Alamogordo students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of New Mexico State University-Alamogordo students is 14.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 15.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 13.7%.

14.6%

  • white 11.3% 6 students
  • hispanic 14.0% 8 students
  • Mixed Race 25.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training