New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
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.
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.
This school is best suited for local Alamogordo-area students who want an affordable on-ramp to higher education — particularly those testing the college experience before committing to a four-year path or transferring to NMSU's main Las Cruces campus. At just $7,369 per year in average net price, the cost is genuinely hard to argue with, and for students who need to stay close to home while keeping debt manageable, that matters. That said, the 16% graduation rate is a serious red flag that deserves an honest conversation — it means most students who start here don't finish, and while some transfer successfully, many simply stop out, so you'd want to go in with a clear plan and strong self-discipline. The median earnings of $40,300 a decade after enrollment are modest, though the relatively low median debt of $17,095 means graduates aren't drowning financially. My practical advice: if you're considering this school, treat it as a strategic stepping stone with a written transfer plan in hand from day one, not a final destination.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 26% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
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
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.
- 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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