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Western New Mexico University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT RangeN/A

ACT RangeN/A

Average GPA2.98

Acceptance Rate100%

At Western New Mexico, the 100% acceptance rate means admission is likely if you complete the basics, so your real strategy is choosing a path you can finish. Pay close attention to affordability and support systems, since the 58% retention rate and 26% six-year graduation rate make staying on track the key challenge.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Western New Mexico University facts and stats

Quick Facts

Western New Mexico University enrolls 2,630 undergraduates. Western New Mexico has a 58% freshman retention rate and a 26% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.

Location

Silver City, NM

Undergrad Enrollment2,630

Freshman Retention58%

SettingN/A

Student to Faculty Ratio12:1

Graduation Rate26%

Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Western New Mexico University application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Not offered

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

March 1

Test dates

SAT 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

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to Western New Mexico, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes, and check your intended entry term’s application cutoff before counting on a late fall score.

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What you'll actually pay

At Western New Mexico, in-state tuition is $4,917 and out-of-state tuition is $14,250. About 49% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $4,435. Submit the FAFSA by the March 1 priority deadline for financial aid consideration.

In-State Tuition$4,917

Out-of-State Tuition$14,250

Room and Board$11,360

Average Merit Award$4,435

Application Fee$30

Students on Aid49%

Average Aid Package$12,666

Average Debt at Grad$6,236

At Western New Mexico University, out-of-state tuition is $14,250, while in-state tuition is $4,917, with room and board adding $11,360. About 49% of students receive financial aid, and the average aid package is $12,666. The average merit award is $4,435, which can help reduce the billed cost for eligible students. Students graduate with an average debt of $6,236.