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New Mexico Highlands University
New Mexico Highlands University
LAS VEGAS, NM . 4 Year 3.4
#1325 in Best Colleges in America
803 UNIVERSITY AVE LAS VEGAS, NM 87701

Overview

New Mexico Highlands University is a public, comprehensive university located in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Established in 1893, it offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs across various disciplines. The university is committed to providing high-quality, affordable education and fostering student success through comprehensive academic resources and career services. New Mexico Highlands University serves a diverse student population, emphasizing experiential learning, research opportunities, and social responsibility. It offers a vibrant campus life with numerous clubs, organizations, and athletic teams, promoting personal and professional growth. The university also encourages community engagement and lifelong learning, contributing significantly to the region's development.

Rankings

  • 102

    #102 in Best Colleges for Public Policy in America

  • 3

    #3 in Best Value Colleges in New Mexico

  • 215

    #215 in Most Diverse Colleges in America

  • Best Colleges for Public Policy in America 102 of 643
  • Most Diverse Colleges in America 215 of 1,517
  • Best Colleges for Education in America 222 of 972

Academics

  • B Academics
  • BValue
  • ADiversity
  • CCampus
  • B Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • A Professors
  • C+Location
  • BDorms
  • B Campus Food
  • CStudent Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Medical Social Work
    81 Graduates
  • Business
    50 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    37 Graduates
  • Psychology
    36 Graduates
  • Nursing
    35 Graduates
  • Kindergarten and Preschool Education
    34 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    17 Graduates
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
    17 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    16 Graduates
  • Special Education and Teaching
    15 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    $0
  • ACT Range
    Considered but not required
  • SAT/ACT
  • High School GPA
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,842
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    27%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    87%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    975 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    569
  • Undergrads Over 25
    44%
  • Pell Grant
    58%
  • Varsity Athletes
    29%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    7:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)

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