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College costs in New Mexico

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 2 pilot schools in New Mexico that are covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $16,246 at Central New Mexico Community College, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

New Mexico averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$21,140
Total cost for one year, out of state$33,524
Average net price for one year$6,244
Acceptance rate95.5%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in New Mexico that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in New Mexico ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
Central New Mexico Community CollegeAlbuquerque$16,246$22,678$4,961
University of New MexicoAlbuquerque$26,035$44,370$7,528

Schools in New Mexico ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
University of New Mexico95.5%12,90712,320

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in New Mexico?

Across the 2 pilot schools in New Mexico that publish a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $21,140 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $16,246 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in New Mexico on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is Central New Mexico Community College at $16,246 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in New Mexico?

Across the 1 pilot school in New Mexico that publishes a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 95.5% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in New Mexico?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The New Mexico page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.