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QS Rank:

791

University of New Mexico

New Mexico

United States

Overview

New Mexico's flagship institution is located a stone's throw from the monumental Sandia Mountains in the heart of Albuquerque. UNM is a 600-acre oasis of knowledge, technology and everything Lobos need to thrive. The University represents a cross-section of cultures and backgrounds and is a place where R1 research brings solutions to challenges facing our world each day. Home to nearly 200,000 alumni and counting - hundreds of thousands of bold personalities and perspectives set out into the world from The University of New Mexico.

Location

1700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87131

Website

https://www.unm.edu/apply/

Total Cost

$34,129

Median Salary

$67,243

Ranking

#311

US World and News Report

#791

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

79.32%

Yield Rate

35%

SAT range

900-1160

ACT range

19-26

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$34,129

In State Cost

$11,210

Out of State Cost

$34,129

In State Tuition Fees

$11,210

Room And Board

$12,026

Living Cost

$17,722

Average Total Aid Awarded

$15,498

Funding Options

Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

Fellowship

Merit Scholarship

59.94% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $15,498.

Scholarships

International Amigo Scholarship (USD 20,000) - Grants international students (non-immigrant visa holders) the resident, in-state tuition rate. Renewal requires enrollment in 15 new credit hours and a minimum 2.5 GPA each semester. Transfer applicants need a 3.25 GPA with at least 30 credits of university-level transferable coursework.; Jeanette and James Larson Anthropology Scholarship (USD 1,000) - Supports undergraduate anthropology students, ranging from $750 - $1,250. Preference may be given to underrepresented groups, such as first-generation college students or transfer students.; A. Maxine Graves Undergraduate Award (USD 1,125) - Supports research activities of Anthropology students accepted to the undergraduate Honors Program or who enroll in Anthropology 498. This award ranges from $750 - $1,500.; Barbara MacCaulley Endowment Scholarship (USD 1,125) - Provides two awards of up to $750 - $1,500 to outstanding full-time undergraduates in their senior year concentrating in Archaeology, with a preference for female students.; Alfonso Ortiz Undergraduate Fellowships (USD 2,000) - Given to students from under-represented groups (including first-generation college students). Applicants must have at least sophomore standing (30 credit hours) with a GPA of at least 3.25.; Beca Mexico - For citizens of Mexico only.