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About
New Mexico State University (NMSU) is a public, land-grant, research university located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Founded in 1888, it is the state's oldest public institution of higher education and is recognized for its strengths in agriculture, engineering, and as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. NMSU offers a wide array of academic programs and is designated as an R1 research university, indicating very high research activity.
UNIREAL Score
76/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 76
Overview
- Country
- United States
- City
- Las Cruces
- Established
- 1888
- Students
- 23,788
- Programs
- 180
- Tuition (yearly)
- €25,000
- Admission period
- Fall: January – July; Spring: September – November
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New Mexico State University?
New Mexico State University is located in Las Cruces, United States.
How much does it cost to study at New Mexico State University?
Typical yearly tuition at New Mexico State University is about €25,000. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to New Mexico State University?
Admission at New Mexico State University usually runs Fall: January – July; Spring: September – November.
What can I study at New Mexico State University?
New Mexico State University offers about 180 programs, including Agriculture, Engineering, Business Administration, Nursing, Computer Science.
What is the UNIREAL Score of New Mexico State University?
New Mexico State University has a UNIREAL Score of 76/100, calculated from: research activity.
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