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Public, 4-Year
Portales, NM

Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NM. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$6,863

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

54.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

40.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,550

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Portales, NM. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,863, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 40.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing430 – 540
20025th–75th percentile800
Math420 – 530
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite15 – 21
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

54.9%

Transfer-Out Rate30.7%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$27,452

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,550

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$58,048

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$143,548

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 41%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus is $16,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.5%
37.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
45.4%
White
36.7%
Black
5.5%
Two or more
2.9%
Unknown
2.9%
International
2.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
2.3%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,863

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,722
$30k - $48k$5,663
$48k - $75k$7,332
$75k+$8,346

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,500
Pell Grant Recipients32.0%
Using Federal Loans19.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment48.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

61.9%

Success

40.6%

In-State Cost

$6,863

Age 25+ Students

35.8%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

2,015 students

Local City Insights

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