Western New Mexico University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4669 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1303 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1226 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #7 of 12 | In New Mexico |
| #2887 of 4,239 | For Education Majors |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 2,377
- Graduates
- 1,001
- 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.
1,344 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
1,194 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 | 1604 (49%) |
|---|---|
| White | 1005 (31%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 291 (9%) |
| Black or African American | 147 (4%) |
| Two or more races | 82 (3%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 62 (2%) |
| Asian | 40 (1%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 33 (1%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 16 (0.5%) |
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
- $8,967
- Students receiving aid
- 94%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $4,770 | $3,843 |
| Tuition in-state | $4,770 | $3,843 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $11,400 | $8,730 |
| Fee in-district | $2,887 | $2,165 |
| Fee in-state | $2,887 | $2,165 |
| Fee out-of-state | $2,887 | $2,165 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 377 |
|---|---|
| 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 260 bachelor's degrees across 30 programs and 268 master's across 10 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Western New Mexico University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work | 29 | 171 | |
| General Studies | 70 | ||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 28 | 15 | 17 |
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 14 | 24 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 35 | ||
| Criminal Justice & Safety Studies | 5 | 28 | |
| Kindergarten & Preschool Education and Teaching | 9 | 11 | |
| Business & Commerce, General | 19 | ||
| Psychology, General | 16 | ||
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | 16 | ||
| Cell & Cellular and Molecular Biology | 13 | ||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 13 | ||
| Welding Technology & Welder | 13 | ||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 4 | 8 | |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education & Fitness, General | 11 | ||
| Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology & Technician | 10 | ||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 5 | 4 | |
| Accounting | 8 | ||
| Rehabilitation Science | 8 | ||
| Marketing & Marketing Management, General | 7 | ||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 1 | 6 | |
| Education, General | 6 | ||
| Mathematics, General | 2 | 4 | |
| Counselor Education & School Counseling and Guidance Services | 5 | ||
| Zoology & Animal Biology | 5 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 4 | ||
| Human Services, General | 4 | ||
| Reading Teacher Education | 4 | ||
| Substance Abuse & Addiction Counseling | 4 | ||
| History, General | 3 | ||
| Chemistry, General | 2 | ||
| Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management | 2 | ||
| Educational & Instructional Technology | 1 | ||
| Environmental Studies | 1 | ||
| Fine & Studio Arts, General | 1 | ||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 1 | ||
| Political Science and Government, General | 1 | ||
| Sociology, General | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 141 | 260 | 268 |
Western New Mexico University has a graduation rate of 31%, which is among the 13% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 31% | 35% | 27% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Western New Mexico University has published 340 scientific papers with 3,122 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Sociology, Political Science, Law, Environmental Science, Biology, Philosophy, Medicine, Psychology, and History.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 3 | 12 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 8 | 10 |
| 1994 | 9 | 17 |
| 1995 | 11 | 6 |
| 1996 | 11 | 11 |
| 1997 | 11 | 11 |
| 1998 | 6 | 19 |
| 1999 | 6 | 17 |
| 2000 | 8 | 24 |
| 2001 | 7 | 23 |
| 2002 | 3 | 12 |
| 2003 | 12 | 24 |
| 2004 | 8 | 22 |
| 2005 | 5 | 29 |
| 2006 | 6 | 43 |
| 2007 | 6 | 56 |
| 2008 | 4 | 42 |
| 2009 | 6 | 70 |
| 2010 | 8 | 97 |
| 2011 | 7 | 106 |
| 2012 | 9 | 127 |
| 2013 | 7 | 143 |
| 2014 | 8 | 154 |
| 2015 | 11 | 152 |
| 2016 | 12 | 156 |
| 2017 | 8 | 174 |
| 2018 | 14 | 155 |
| 2019 | 10 | 160 |
| 2020 | 22 | 222 |
| 2021 | 10 | 261 |
| 2022 | 15 | 248 |
| 2023 | 14 | 346 |
Notable alumni
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Tammie Jo Shults
- Occupations
- flight instructoraircraft pilotfighter 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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Rod Windsor
- Occupations
- player of American football
- 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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Jerry D. Thompson
- Occupations
- writerhistorian
- Biography
-
Jerry Don Thompson is Regents 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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Georgia Lee Lusk
- Enrolled in Western New Mexico University
- In 1914 studied education
- Occupations
- supervisorteacherschool superintendentpoliticiandirector
- 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 |