Western New Mexico University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4748 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1321 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1244 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #7 of 12 | In New Mexico |
| #3403 of 4,586 | For Education Majors |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 2,602
- Graduates
- 968
- Male:Female Ratio
- 32:68
- Control
- Public
- Highest Degree
- Master's degree
- Website
- wnmu.edu
Western New Mexico University Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Western New Mexico University has an acceptance rate of 100% and is among the 23% of the easiest universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
1,341 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
1,268 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
Admissions requirements
Western New Mexico University has an open admission policy (non-competitive). The only requirement is a certificate of attendance or a highschool diploma or a General Educational Development certificate.
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| Hispanic | 1726 (50%) |
|---|---|
| White | 1049 (30%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 271 (8%) |
| Black or African American | 137 (4%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 92 (3%) |
| Two or more races | 89 (3%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 40 (1%) |
| Asian | 31 (0.9%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 11 (0.3%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
- Average aid awarded
- $11,879
- Students receiving aid
- 99%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $4,914 | $3,958 |
| Tuition in-state | $4,914 | $3,958 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $11,400 | $8,730 |
| Fee in-district | $2,954 | $2,216 |
| Fee in-state | $2,954 | $2,216 |
| Fee out-of-state | $2,954 | $2,216 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 382 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $10,940 |
| Room charge | $5,990 |
| Meal charge | $4,950 |
Western New Mexico University majors
Western New Mexico University has granted 287 bachelor's degrees across 33 programs and 281 master's across 12 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Western New Mexico University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work | 37 | 179 | |
| General Studies | 74 | ||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 25 | 16 | 27 |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 33 | ||
| Kindergarten & Preschool Education and Teaching | 14 | 18 | |
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 19 | 13 | |
| Criminal Justice & Safety Studies | 5 | 18 | |
| Psychology, General | 19 | ||
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education & Fitness, General | 18 | ||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 15 | 2 | |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | 17 | ||
| Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology & Technician | 13 | ||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 9 | 4 | |
| Counselor Education & School Counseling and Guidance Services | 11 | ||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 11 | ||
| Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management | 10 | ||
| Rehabilitation Science | 9 | ||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Business & Commerce, General | 7 | ||
| Marketing & Marketing Management, General | 7 | ||
| Welding Technology & Welder | 7 | ||
| Accounting | 6 | ||
| Cell & Cellular and Molecular Biology | 6 | ||
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 6 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 6 | ||
| Nursing Practice | 5 | ||
| Education, General | 4 | ||
| Fine & Studio Arts, General | 4 | ||
| Chemistry, General | 3 | ||
| Environmental Studies | 3 | ||
| History, General | 3 | ||
| Human Services, General | 3 | ||
| Zoology & Animal Biology | 3 | ||
| Commercial and Advertising Art | 2 | ||
| Mathematics, General | 2 | ||
| Physical Sciences, General | 2 | ||
| Reading Teacher Education | 2 | ||
| Science Teacher Education & General Science Teacher Education | 2 | ||
| Art & Art Studies, General | 1 | ||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 1 | ||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 1 | ||
| Political Science and Government, General | 1 | ||
| Sociology, General | 1 | ||
| Substance Abuse & Addiction Counseling | 1 | ||
| Technical Teacher Education | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 146 | 287 | 281 |
Western New Mexico University has a graduation rate of 35%, which is among the 17% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 35% | 35% | 35% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Western New Mexico University has published 375 scientific papers with 4,169 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Sociology, Political Science, Law, Environmental Science, Philosophy, Biology, Psychology, Medicine, and History.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 7 | 10 |
| 1993 | 13 | 14 |
| 1994 | 9 | 17 |
| 1995 | 11 | 20 |
| 1996 | 11 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 | 14 |
| 1998 | 6 | 19 |
| 1999 | 7 | 22 |
| 2000 | 10 | 37 |
| 2001 | 9 | 33 |
| 2002 | 3 | 13 |
| 2003 | 12 | 35 |
| 2004 | 8 | 33 |
| 2005 | 5 | 35 |
| 2006 | 6 | 61 |
| 2007 | 7 | 63 |
| 2008 | 4 | 57 |
| 2009 | 8 | 101 |
| 2010 | 7 | 106 |
| 2011 | 10 | 130 |
| 2012 | 8 | 148 |
| 2013 | 7 | 152 |
| 2014 | 10 | 176 |
| 2015 | 12 | 157 |
| 2016 | 12 | 179 |
| 2017 | 9 | 191 |
| 2018 | 15 | 183 |
| 2019 | 12 | 198 |
| 2020 | 20 | 251 |
| 2021 | 13 | 305 |
| 2022 | 15 | 316 |
| 2023 | 15 | 450 |
| 2024 | 9 | 428 |
Notable alumni
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Tammie Jo Shults
- Occupations
- aircraft pilotflight instructorfighter pilot
- Biography
-
Tammie Jo Shults is an American retired commercial airline captain, author, and former naval aviator. She was one of the first female fighter pilots to serve in the United States Navy. Following active duty she became a pilot for Southwest Airlines. She retired from Southwest Airlines in 2020.
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Howie Morales
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Henry C. "Howie" Morales is an American politician and educator serving as the 30th lieutenant governor of New Mexico. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as the New Mexico State Senator from the 28th district, which includes Catron County, Grant County and Socorro County, from 2008 until 2019.
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Jerry D. Thompson
- Occupations
- historianwriter
- Biography
-
Jerry Don Thompson is Regents Piper Professor of History at Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas. He is a prolific author of books on a variety of related topics, specializing in the American Civil War, the history of the Southwestern United States, and Texas history. According to WorldCat, two of his books are available from more than six hundred major libraries worldwide – Confederate General of the West: Henry Hopkins Sibley, and Civil War in the Southwest: Recollections of the Sibley Brigade.
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Rod Windsor
- Occupations
- American football player
- Biography
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Rodrickus Windsor is a former American football wide receiver. He played college football at Western New Mexico University.
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Georgia Lee Lusk
- Enrolled in Western New Mexico University
- In 1914 studied education
- Occupations
- directorpoliticianschool superintendentteachersupervisor
- Biography
-
Georgia Lee Witt Lusk was the first female U.S. Congressional representative from New Mexico, an educator, and a devoted public servant.
General info
| Alternative names | WNMU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1893 |
| Motto | A University Worth Discovering |
| Colors | royal purple, vegas gold |
| Academic calendar | July to June. Also Summer Session (June - August) |
| Total FTE staff | 439 |
| Carnegie classification | Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1000 W. College Ave Silver City, New Mexico, 88061 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 10,000 |
| Phone | 5055386336 |