Western New Mexico Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,855
- Out-of-State Tuition: $14,341
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Western New Mexico:
- Total Enrollment: 3,531, including 2,131 online students
- 2,629 Undergraduate, 902 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 32.5% men, 67.5% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 32%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 5%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 58%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 96 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 51 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 13 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's.
Western New Mexico Overview
Western New Mexico University (Western New Mexico) is a four-year, public school located in Silver City, NM. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Western New Mexico's tuition & fees is $7,855 for New Mexico residents and $14,341 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $13,441.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,531 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Western New Mexico ranked 7th in New Mexico Colleges rankings. Western New Mexico University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Western New Mexico University is $7,855 for in-state students and $14,341 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $6,165 for in-state students and $10,937 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,842 for New Mexico residents and $14,328 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,156 for New Mexico residents and $10,928 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,855 | $14,341 |
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| Graduate | $6,165 | $10,937 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,842 | $14,328 |
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| Graduate | $6,156 | $10,928 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Western New Mexico University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Western New Mexico
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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