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Overview
The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology is a doctoral-level university that focuses on STEM disciplines, including information technology, computer science, physics and civil engineering. The campus is situated in the Rio Grande Valley, which features an 18-hole golf course. The university also conducts various research initiatives based on-campus. These include analyzing the scientific data of lightning, cloud physics, and water chemistry based on experiments from the nearby Magdalena Ridge Observatory. On-campus research also includes quantifying data that is transmitted from the school’s volcano observatory in Antarctica on the active Mount Erebus.
Acceptance Rate:
74%
Average Net Price:
$14,595
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
25
Average SAT Composite
1257
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $9,058 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $26,312 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,614 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
88%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
32%
Average Aid Per Year
$10,293
32%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,524
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$4,833
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
81%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4764
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,524
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$2,731,097
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,166,282
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
42%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$4,925
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$183
Students receiving federal loans
41%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,605
Average Other Loans Per Year
$10,754
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1220
Students Applied
51%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 1 | |
| Other | June 1 |
Application Fee
$15
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1257
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,689
Total Number of Undergrads
1,218
0
100
30%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
54%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
30
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
27
Countries Represented
4
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
26%
Student Organizations
55
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
0
100
50%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
61%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Club
6
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$58,500
Top 5 Cities
Albuquerque
Denver
Houston
Santa Fe
San Francisco
Top 5 Employers
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Techno
New Mexico Tech
Sandia National Laboratories
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Freeport-McMoRan
Top 5 Sectors
Engineering
Research
Operations
Business Development
Education
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,500
Loan Default Rate
4%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$183
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe answer Is definitely. This school is Strongly thrives on the academic status of its students, so of course they provide the tools and resources for student success. the classes are not as big as a regular college I am only a second semester freshman here and I have already learned that my biggest class will be about 100-125 students. Because of the smaller classes the professors get to know the students better and they are always happy to speak with a student one on one.
Andres from Socorro, NM
It depends on the teachers. I am lucky in that I have gotten to know several Tech students already and they have given me advice on which Professors to try to get and which ones to avoid. I would learn this anyway in a few years but I am glad my first semester there will be less hazardous in this respect.
Elizabeth from Socorro, NM
They have a 99% Phd professor rate. That means that 99% of the hired professors have Phd's. This is a better rate than the prestigeous schools like MIT
Erik from Puyallup, WA
nmt is a place for students who want to work hard. it is very affordable and provides an excellent education.
alexander from albuquerque, nm
New Mexico Tech is wildly underrated by prospective students.It's so small that opportunities are abundant. Classes are excellent.
Quintessa from Socorro, NM
Tech is a great place for those who want a good education. You have to be a special kind of person to go here though. You have to be dedicated and enjoy small towns.
Steven
New Mexico Tech is a very good School, and has one of the most difficult curriculum I've seen. However, the reputation of the school with companies across the globe has allowed graduates from this school to easily acquire high paying jobs. So, though the school may be very tough, it is worth it in the end.
Marc from Socorro, NM
The learning environment is excellent. There is help whenever you need it. Everyone is very sociable.
Levi
You will learn a lot if you come to tech and stick it out. Classes here are hard and a lot of students don't make it through the first year, but those that do are the ones who are willing to put the work into college. It is a really small campus so by junior year all the professors in your department will know your name and will take an actual interest in you. So as long as you are willing to put the work in, you will learn a lot. If you are just looking to get by, this probably isn't the place for you.
Jon from Albuquerque, NM
Academic excellence is a hallmark of this institution. Essentially all of the professors have PhDs and are experts in their respective fields. If you would like to be the best, you would do well to learn from the best. The academics are rigorous but with help from the professors and New Mexico Tech's Center for Student Success, there is plenty of help to be had if one is struggling with a particular class.
Student from Socorro, NM
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