Eastern New Mexico University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Eastern New Mexico is broadly accessible, but the 62% freshman retention rate makes preparation the stat to watch. Aim for a 1050+ SAT, or 23+ ACT, to place yourself above the typical incoming range and start with stronger academic momentum.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Eastern New Mexico University facts and stats
Eastern New Mexico University enrolls about 4,250 undergraduates in a small-town campus setting. Eastern New Mexico has a freshman retention rate of 62% and a 6-year graduation rate of 39%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1.
Portales, NM
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Key Eastern New Mexico University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
February 14
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Eastern New Mexico, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes that may improve a superscore. Since Eastern New Mexico does not offer Early Action or Early Decision, line up any fall retake with the regular admission deadline rather than the February 14 financial aid priority date.
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What you'll actually pay
Eastern New Mexico’s in-state tuition is $4,194, while out-of-state tuition is $6,174. About 71% of students receive financial aid, and the FAFSA priority deadline is February 14.
Eastern New Mexico University lists out-of-state tuition at $6,174, while in-state tuition is $4,194; room and board is $8,446. Financial aid is common, with 71% of students receiving aid and an average aid package of $16,058. For additional context, graduates leave with an average debt of $18,026.
Student life at Eastern New Mexico University
20% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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