New Mexico Highlands University
New Mexico Highlands University is a public research university in Las Vegas, New Mexico, enrolling about 1,451 students. Federal completion data covers about 40 program areas at this campus. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,937 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,416
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,838 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,451 64.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.18%
New Mexico Highlands University: what the data shows
Common questions about New Mexico Highlands University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is New Mexico Highlands University?
New Mexico Highlands University is located in Las Vegas, NM (ZIP 87701).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is New Mexico Highlands University public or private?
New Mexico Highlands University is a Public institution.
How much does New Mexico Highlands University cost?
Published tuition: $7,416 in-state, $12,336 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,838.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,511 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,947 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,175 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,508 |
| $110,001+ | $16,530 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $29,664.
How big is New Mexico Highlands University?
Total enrollment: 1,451 students.
About 64% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at New Mexico Highlands University?
150%-time completion rate: 26.18%.
First-year retention: 49.8%.
What do graduates of New Mexico Highlands University earn?
Median earnings: $38,952 six years after entry; $45,937 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $11,399.
45.09% of students receive Pell grants.
What is New Mexico Highlands University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (810 completions)
- CIP 511503 (200 completions)
- CIP 520201 (114 completions)
- CIP 131101 (63 completions)
- Education - 13.1209 (59 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (49 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (44 completions)
- CIP 131001 (35 completions)
- Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language (30 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (26 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is New Mexico Highlands University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 26.18%; median earnings $45,937 at 10 years; net price $14,838. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$7,416
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at New Mexico Highlands University was $7,416.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,838
2024 Value
In 2024 New Mexico Highlands University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,838.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$59,352 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,838 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$29,664 4-Year In-State Tuition
$49,344 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for New Mexico Highlands University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
45.09% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at New Mexico Highlands University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for New Mexico Highlands University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,000 | $6,382 | $8,984 |
| 2014 | $4,500 | $7,104 | $6,621 |
| 2015 | $4,800 | $7,534 | $6,971 |
| 2016 | $5,550 | $8,650 | $7,853 |
| 2017 | $5,954 | $9,288 | $9,515 |
| 2018 | $6,150 | $10,302 | $10,072 |
| 2019 | $6,318 | $10,590 | $9,661 |
| 2020 | $6,558 | $10,998 | $9,518 |
| 2021 | $6,876 | $11,532 | $12,305 |
| 2022 | $7,140 | $11,988 | $8,935 |
| 2023 | $7,260 | $12,180 | $14,141 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
64.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at New Mexico Highlands University in 2024 is 1,451 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
49.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
3.86% 100% Completion Time
26.18% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 3.86% of students graduating from New Mexico Highlands University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for New Mexico Highlands University.
Return on Investment
$11,399 Median Student Debt
$45,937 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.81% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
673.98% Return on Investment
2.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for New Mexico Highlands University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 51.1503: 200 completions
CIP 52.0201: 114 completions
CIP 13.1101: 63 completions
Education - 13.1209: 59 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 49 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 44 completions
CIP 13.1001: 35 completions
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language: 30 completions
General Biological Sciences: 26 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 810 completions
Most popular programs at New Mexico Highlands University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for New Mexico Highlands University graduates.
About
New Mexico Highlands University is a public institution located in Las Vegas, NM, offering 40 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,451 students. The institution maintains a 26.18% graduation rate. Approximately 45.09% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.18% graduation rate at New Mexico Highlands University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does New Mexico Highlands University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $7,416 and average net price is $14,838 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of New Mexico Highlands University earn?
Median earnings are $38,952 six years after entry and $45,937 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at New Mexico Highlands University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 26.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do New Mexico Highlands University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $11,399.
How big is New Mexico Highlands University?
Total enrollment is about 1,451 students in the latest reporting year.
Is New Mexico Highlands University public or private?
New Mexico Highlands University is a public institution located in Las Vegas, NM.
Is New Mexico Highlands University an HBCU?
No. New Mexico Highlands University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is New Mexico Highlands University a tribal college?
No. New Mexico Highlands University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is New Mexico Highlands University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—New Mexico Highlands University reports 61.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is New Mexico Highlands University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for New Mexico Highlands University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.