by our College Data Analytics TeamIs New Mexico Highlands University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
New Mexico Highlands University is ranked #1,300 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within New Mexico, it ranks #26 of 33 for value.
These New Mexico Highlands University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Social Work | #4 of 5 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #4 of 5 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | #15 of 39 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | #18 of 66 |
| Teacher Education | #18 of 66 |
| Health Education | #23 of 80 |
| Physical Education Teaching & Coaching | #77 of 263 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | #122 of 395 |
| Liberal Arts | #147 of 345 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #161 of 425 |
Read the full New Mexico Highlands University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
New Mexico Highlands University is ranked #4 out of #32 in New Mexico for quality and #26 out of #33 for New Mexico value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the New Mexico Highlands University financial aid page to be sure.
New Mexico Highlands University is ranked #1,300 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
New Mexico Highlands University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at New Mexico Highlands University costs about $15,695. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $62,780 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $20,960 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $14,838 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,695 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $62,780 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about New Mexico Highlands University net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a New Mexico Highlands University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $83,840 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,780 | #1,300 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $59,352 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $83,840 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,780 | #26 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $59,352 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at New Mexico Highlands University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,501 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,953 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,596 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,350 |
| Over $110K | $14,797 |
About 86% of New Mexico Highlands University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,746 per year. Get more details on the New Mexico Highlands University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average New Mexico Highlands University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.