Western New Mexico University

Silver City, NM • public • II | Lone Star Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

public

Campus Setting

Town (Remote)

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,311 • Total: 4,545

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Silver City, NM
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Website

wnmu.edu

Region

Southwest

Carnegie Classification

M1: Master's Colleges & Universities – Larger Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,197 (36.2%) • Female: 2,114 (63.8%)

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

34.9%

4-Year Graduation Rate

11.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

54.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

In-State

$20,280

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Out-of-State

$26,766

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

In-state: $4,914
Out-of-state: $11,400

Room & Board

$11,078

Books & Supplies

$4,288

Students Receiving Pell Grants

43%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Lone Star Conference

Men's Sports (6)

Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor)

Women's Sports (7)

Basketball Cross Country Golf Softball Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball

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Common questions about Western New Mexico University

How much does Western New Mexico University cost?

Tuition and fees are $4,914 in-state and $11,400 out-of-state.

What is Western New Mexico University's graduation rate?

35% of students graduate within six years.