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Is NMSU Main Campus a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$125,625 Avg Total Cost

New Mexico State University - Main Campus Value Report

College Factual set out to determine if NMSU Main Campus is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Average National Quality
Slightly Overpriced

New Mexico State University - Main Campus is ranked #1,402 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe New Mexico State University - Main Campus is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1402 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  37.44 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

That Degree May Cost You $125,625 in Total

The NMSU Main Campus time to graduate is about 4.68 years and will cost an estimated $26,843 per year. This brings the total cost to 125,625.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$26,843
Average Years to Graduate4.68
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$125,625

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about NMSU Main Campus cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$55,392 In-State With Aid
$166,524 Avg Cost No Aid
4.68 Years to Graduate

The overall price of a college can vary depending on your individual circumstances.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how NMSU Main Campus value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$166,524#0F
All Students$125,625#1,402D+
Only Students Receiving Aid$114,089#642B
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$107,827#F
All Students$66,929#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$55,392#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of New Mexico.

About 99% of NMSU Main Campus students receive financial aid. Get more details on what NMSU Main Campus financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average NMSU Main Campus cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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