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New Mexico State University-Alamogordo

Alamogordo, NM·Public·591 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. a public school with 591 students.

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591
Students
$7,369
Net Price
16%
Grad Rate
$40,300
Earnings
10 yr
$17,095
Debt

About This School

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is a public institution located in Alamogordo, New Mexico with approximately 591 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $7,369 per year. The graduation rate is 16%, and the typical graduate earns $40,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Fringe rural
Avg Faculty Salary
$8,031

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing17%
Visual & Performing Arts9%
Health Professions8%
Education7%
Engineering2%
Computer Science1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,616
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,072
Avg Net Price
$7,369
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants30%
Median debt at graduation$17,095

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
16%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,095
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$34,600
Female graduates$25,500

Gap: 26% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,095
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White42%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino44%
Asian2%
Two or more races4%
American Indian/Alaska Native3%
International1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (591 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo

2400 North Scenic Drive

Alamogordo, NM 88310

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New Mexico State University-Alamogordo cost?

The average net price at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is about $7,369 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at New Mexico State University-Alamogordo?

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo has a graduation rate of 16%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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