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University of New Mexico: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of New Mexico admits about 95.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 890–1170 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 16–24 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 95.2%
SAT range 890-1170
Net price $19,966
Graduation rate 53.7%

University of New Mexico At a Glance

LocationAlbuquerque, New Mexico
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment17,244
Acceptance Rate95.2%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)460-600
SAT Range (Math)430-570
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)890-1170
Average SAT (Combined)1038
ACT Range19-26
Average Net Price$19,966/yr
Tuition (In-State)$10,383/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$33,532/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate53.7%
Full-Time Retention Rate76.2%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$50,072
Median Debt at Completion$16,500

How University of New Mexico Compares

University of New Mexico is more selective than about 8% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 17,244 students, it is larger than about 53% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of New Mexico's acceptance rate?

University of New Mexico's acceptance rate is about 95.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of New Mexico?

Admitted students at University of New Mexico typically report a combined SAT score between 890 and 1170 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does University of New Mexico require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of New Mexico's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of New Mexico?

The average net price reported for University of New Mexico is $19,966 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of New Mexico's official site.