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Western New Mexico University
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Western New Mexico University
School profile / Silver City, NM
Western New Mexico University
Public · 4-year·3,531 students enrolled
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Average net price / year
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Graduation rate
32%
Reported student outcome
Overview
Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $9,477 a year against a $24,723 list price, a 62% gap.
Western New Mexico University is a small-town public four-year institution located in Silver City, NM. It enrolls a small student body of approximately 3,531 students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Academics
Student:faculty
12:1
Avg class size (est.)
~30 students
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education. Verify current figures with the school.
Costs
Sticker price
$24,723
Avg net price after aid
$9,477
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Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education. Verify current figures with the school.
Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
68%
Avg grant aid
$13,441
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
Enrollment, demographics and institution type are from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education. Verify current figures with the school.
Campus life
Food near campus
Housing & living costs
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
City, campus setting and the land grant, HBCU and tribal college designations are from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education. Verify current figures with the school.
Graduate programs
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