School Summary

Western New Mexico University


General Information:

Founded in 1893, Western New Mexico University is seated on 83 acres located in Grant county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 13:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 40. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

1000 W. College Ave. PO Box 680

Silver City, NM
88062-0680
For more information call: 575 538-6000. This school has a website at https://www.wnmu.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.wnmu.edu/applynow/


Application Fee: $30
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
No Application Requirements available.


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $6,142.00 $14,250.00
Room and Board $10,000.00 $10,000.00
Fees $2,706.00 $2,706.00
Total $18,848.00 $26,956.00

This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.wnmu.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.


Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 0% 0%
600-699 0% 0%
500-599 0% 0%
400-499 0% 0%
300-399 0% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 0%
24-29 0%
18-23 0%
12-17 0%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A



Basketball, Football, Golf, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


No intramural male sports found.


No intramural female sports found.


Basketball, Football, Golf, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 926
Female 1,676
Total 2,602


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,157
Female 2,413
Total 3,570

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 4%
Hispanic 57%
Native American 5%
White 26%
Other 7%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 62%
At Least 25 Years Old 38%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 67%
Out Of State 33%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 35%
Live Off Campus 65%


Great Race Week, Homecoming, Back to School Bash

Student Athletes, Student Nursing Association, Criminal Justice, Horticulture Club, Queers & Allies


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 31.0501                                           Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 13.1001                                           Special Education and Teaching, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 26.0701                                           Zoology/Animal Biology
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 50.0101                                           Visual and Performing Arts, General
  • 50.0402                                           Commercial and Advertising Art
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 03.0103                                           Environmental Studies
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 51.2314                                           Rehabilitation Science
  • 13.0501                                           Educational/Instructional Technology
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 09.0702                                           Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 45.0101                                           Social Sciences, General
  • 13.0101                                           Education, General
  • 40.0101                                           Physical Sciences, General
  • 26.0301                                           Botany/Plant Biology
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1201                                           Management Information Systems, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 30.0101                                           Biological and Physical Sciences
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 50.0409                                           Graphic Design
  • 15.0303                                           Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.1701                                           Energy Systems Technology/Technician
  • 48.0508                                           Welding Technology/Welder
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 51.2306                                           Occupational Therapy/Therapist
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 03.0601                                           Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 51.1501                                           Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
  • 52.0803                                           Banking and Financial Support Services
  • 52.0208                                           E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1316                                           Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1319                                           Technical Teacher Education
  • 13.1206                                           Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 13.1303                                           Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 26.0406                                           Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 47.0199                                           Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

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