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University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, New Mexico

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How selective is it?

University of New Mexico is in our Accessible tier (75%+ acceptance). Admits the large majority of applicants who meet minimum eligibility requirements.

Third-party estimates ~94-95%.

Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.

How to use University of New Mexico in your college list

This is often a likely or safety option for students who meet the school's eligibility requirements. Still confirm that your intended major is offered and not capped, and note deadlines for housing, scholarships, and financial aid, which can matter more than the admission decision itself.

Building a list across tiers? See all 3 New Mexico colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.

Check the current numbers yourself

For University of New Mexico's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:

Similar colleges to consider

Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.

Frequently asked questions

How selective is University of New Mexico?+

University of New Mexico sits in our "Accessible" tier (75%+ acceptance). Third-party estimates ~94-95%.

Is University of New Mexico hard to get into?+

Admits the large majority of applicants who meet minimum eligibility requirements. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check University of New Mexico's own admissions data for the current year.

How do I find University of New Mexico's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+

Search "University of New Mexico Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.

Where is University of New Mexico?+

University of New Mexico is a public institution in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with University of New Mexico. Always confirm details with the school.

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