by our College Data Analytics TeamIs NMSU Main Campus worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
NMSU Main Campus is ranked #387 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within New Mexico, it ranks #13 of 33 for value.
These NMSU Main Campus majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Range Science & Management | #1 of 15 |
| Applied Linguistics | #1 of 9 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | #2 of 22 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 22 |
| Wildlife, Fish & Wildl&s Science & Management | #2 of 43 |
| Wildlife Management | #2 of 43 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #2 of 43 |
| Agriculture | #3 of 47 |
| Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations | #3 of 47 |
| Animal Science | #3 of 82 |
Below is the detailed NMSU Main Campus value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is ranked #5 out of #32 in New Mexico for quality and #13 out of #33 for New Mexico value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the NMSU Main Campus financial aid page to be sure.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is ranked #387 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, New Mexico State University-Main Campus is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at NMSU Main Campus costs about $11,799. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $47,198 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,441 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $8,889 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $11,799 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $47,198 |
*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 NMSU Main Campus net price and the factors that affect it.
What NMSU Main Campus costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a NMSU Main Campus 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 | $93,764 | — | — |
| All Students | $47,198 | #387 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $35,556 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $93,764 | — | — |
| All Students | $47,198 | #13 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $35,556 | — | — |
*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 NMSU Main Campus shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,104 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,724 |
| $48K–$75K | $8,877 |
| $75K–$110K | $10,223 |
| Over $110K | $10,360 |
About 80% of NMSU Main Campus undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $14,505 per year. Get more details on the NMSU Main Campus financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the NMSU Main Campus net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.