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Public, 4-Year
Las Vegas, NM

New Mexico Highlands University

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

Annual Tuition

$7,260

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

25.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,937

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

New Mexico Highlands University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Las Vegas, NM. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,260, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 25.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$29,040

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,937

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$130,330

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$289,700

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 26%

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 New Mexico Highlands University is $11,399.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.4%
37.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
61.0%
White
14.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
8.8%
Black
5.6%
International
4.7%
Two or more
2.6%
Unknown
2.5%
Asian
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

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

$7,260

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,501
$30k - $48k$13,953
$48k - $75k$15,596
$75k+$14,350

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$11,399
Pell Grant Recipients46.4%
Using Federal Loans17.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment41.8%

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

56.9%

Success

25.5%

In-State Cost

$7,260

Age 25+ Students

40.9%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

917 students

Local City Insights

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