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New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

Socorro, NM • public
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Acceptance
54.0%
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Grad Rate
56%
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Cost
$19,044 / $36,815

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,477 • Total: 2,088
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
801 Leroy Place
Socorro, NM
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Website
www.nmt.edu
Region
Southwest
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,006 (68.1%) • Female: 471 (31.9%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 46 3.1%
Black/African American 17 1.2%
Hispanic/Latino 517 35.0%
White 691 46.8%
Two or More Races 41 2.8%
International 35 2.4%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
54.0%
600 admitted from 1,112 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 500-650
Math: 540-640
Total: 1040-1290
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
20-28
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 07/29/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
56.4%
4-Year Graduation Rate
31.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
77.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
10.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$19,044
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$36,815
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,894
Out-of-state: $25,665
Room & Board
$10,350
Books & Supplies
$800
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $5,136
$30,001-48,000 $7,640
$48,001-75,000 $10,106
$75,001-110,000 $14,753
$110,001+ $13,464
Students Receiving Pell Grants
87%

💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.5 GPA / 21 ACT
In-State Awards
$2,000-$10,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$2,000-$10,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$1,400-$15,000 total
17 automatic scholarships (20 total)
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Common questions about New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

What is New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology's acceptance rate?
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology accepts 54% of applicants, from 1,112 applications.
How much does New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,894 in-state and $25,665 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $5,136 on average after aid.
Does New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology require SAT or ACT scores?
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 20 and 28 on the ACT.
What is New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology's graduation rate?
56% of students graduate within six years.