About Western New Mexico University

Founded in 1893, Western New Mexico University. is a Public college. Located in New Mexico, which is a city setting in New Mexico, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 2,491 full time undergraduate students, and 936 full time graduate students.

The Western New Mexico University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 10:1. There are 107 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Western New Mexico University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee30
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at WNMU are considered , with ,6% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Western New Mexico University.

10%
“We”re apathetic”
30%
“We know about current events and vote”
60%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
40%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
10%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
10%
“I only go out in groups”
20%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
70%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
50%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
10%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
20%
“We”re a very artistic group”
10%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
30%
“They keep regular office hours”
60%
“They”re always available”
60%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
20%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
20%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
30%
“We only party on weekends”
30%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
10%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
60%
“There might be people who do”
30%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
10%
“We”re apathetic”
30%
“We know about current events and vote”
60%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
40%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
10%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
10%
“I only go out in groups”
20%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
70%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
50%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
10%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
20%
“We”re a very artistic group”
10%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
30%
“They keep regular office hours”
60%
“They”re always available”
60%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
20%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
20%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
30%
“We only party on weekends”
30%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
10%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
60%
“There might be people who do”
30%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    14 Students rated on-campus housing 4.1 stars. 21 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    13 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    15 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    17 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    17 Students rated class size 4.9 stars. 82 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    17 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    16 Students rated local services 3.2 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    17 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

Western New Mexico University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Western New Mexico University?

11 Students rated Western New Mexico University

nicole - 04/09/2020

ITS A SMALL BUT VERY AWESOME SCHOOL!!THE MOUNTAIN AND STREAMS ARE BEAUTIFUL AROUND THE SCHOOL. THE SHOPPING IS GREAT. YOU CAN GO HIKING OR FISHING IN 10 MINUTES .NATURE IS BOUNTIFUL HERE. THE CAMPUS IS SMALL AND EASY TO GET AROUNG BUT THE CLASSES ARE GREAT AND PROFESSORS ARE VERY HELPFUL.

Megan - 06/30/2019

Western New Mexico University is filled with wonderful staffs and students that want to help you succeed in your college education. The professors are very helpful with school and outside of school questions or guidance. The scholarships are greatly encouraged to be applied to because the staff care about the students financial help. Although this school is relatively good, there are only a couple of clubs that you can sign up for. There are not many stores that surround the school and there is little entertainment in the city.

Tyra - 06/10/2019

I absolutely love it.

Cynthia - 12/12/2018

As a small university, WNMU provides a more intimate college experience, which I appreciate. I don't think I would like being in a lecture class with 500 people. The ratio here is 1/20 or better, and my professors provide good one-on-one attention. The school has a good technical presence, and the online student connection is very useful. Because I am a non-traditional student, my studies are my priority. I really appreciate that WNMU provides such full access, with live in-person classes, satellite classes by closed circuit television connection, and online classes. Because I live an hour from the main campus, it is important I avail myself of all connections the university has for me. I am older (55), so I am a little out of the loop as far as the social scene here at WNMU, but I am making friends, and feel a part of my college community. It's a good school, in a small town, and perfect for me.

Western New Mexico University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Western New Mexico University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Western New Mexico University is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I think the best advice would be to take your SATs and ACTs a lot more serious than I took it. Not only does it help you get into a university of your choice, but it also helps a lot with finding scholarships and gives you a better chance at getting them. Another piece of advice would be to start taking summer classes before the fall semester so you can get a taste of what the classes will be like and how you can start thinking ahead of how you will make time for homework and study hours.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    So far it's just the fact that you have to keep yourself busy since there is not that much you can do during the weekends here. Besides that, everything else is great.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    Some are hard working and some are not.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    WNMU is a small, inexpensive university that provides quality education in a friendly environment and a beautiful setting.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Western offers opportunities to students throughout the area and in three counties and through online classes. Western also has very helpful and supportive staff members. It's also a beautiful campus with a diverse student body.

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  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I grew up in this town, so I knew pretty much everything.

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  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Someone who enjoys interacting with others and who isn't afraid to make friends. This person should also enjoy the outdoors and activities.

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  9. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone who wants to be around a lot of people. it's a small college but it's a very good and efficient college.

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  10. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The school is known for having many branches in several locations across New Mexico, and its programs in Education.

    Read all 1 answers

  11. What's unique about your campus?

    The thing i considered best at my school is that it tries to be flexable with everyones schedule and needs, depending wholly on what they may be.

    Read all 1 answers

  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    Western has great teachers. We're small but the classroom sizes are good for learning.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

61%

female

39%

male

2,491

Total Undergrad Enrollment

936

Total Grad Students

27%

Out-Of-State

71%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

11%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
2%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
40%
% White or Caucasian
23%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

96% of students attending Western New Mexico University receive some sort of financial aid. 68% were awarded federal grants. While 52% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$13,566

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,466

Books and Supplies

$8,936

Room and Board

23,968

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$10,844
$30 - $48K
$13,414
$48 - $75K
$15,517
$75 - $110K
N/A
$110K & UP
N/A

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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