| NMSU | vs. | UTRGV |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, New Mexico | Location | Edinburg, Texas |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$8,147
Out-Of-State$25,271 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,859
Out-Of-State$19,939 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 89% |
| $13,392 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,475 |
| 78.05 % | Acceptance Rates | 87.70 % |
| 18.78 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 47.87 % |
| 1,020 | SAT Score | 1,030 |
| 20 | ACT Score | 19 |
| 50 % | Graduation Rate | 52 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 17 % |
| 72 % | Retention Rate | 76 % |
| 14,268 | Student Population | 31,559 |
| 637 | Number of Faculties | 1,335 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 19 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |