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New Mexico Highlands University

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world rank  3481

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Overview

Founded in 1893, the New Mexico Highlands University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Las Vegas (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), New Mexico. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this US higher education organization a non-selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NMHU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

New Mexico Highlands University's Control Typepublic

Entity

New Mexico Highlands University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

New Mexico Highlands University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

New Mexico Highlands University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym NMHU
Founded 1893
Motto Artes, Scientiae, Humanitates
Art, Science, Culture
Colours Purple and white
Mascot Cowboy/ Cowgirl
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University Location

Address 803 University Avenue
Las Vegas
87701 New Mexico
United States
New Mexico Highlands University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
New Mexico Highlands University Phone Number +1 (505) 425 7511
New Mexico Highlands University Fax Number +1 (505) 454 3511

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following New Mexico Highlands University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify New Mexico Highlands University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This New Mexico Highlands University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at New Mexico Highlands University.

New Mexico Highlands University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic New Mexico Highlands University's admission information.

New Mexico Highlands University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


New Mexico Highlands University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has New Mexico Highlands University a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

New Mexico Highlands University's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


New Mexico Highlands University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


New Mexico Highlands University's Admission Office Admission Office

Box 9000
Las Vegas 87701
(505) 454 3434
877 338 6648

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for New Mexico Highlands University.

New Mexico Highlands University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

New Mexico Highlands University has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


New Mexico Highlands University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


New Mexico Highlands University's Control Type Control Type

New Mexico Highlands University is a public higher education institution.


New Mexico Highlands University's Entity Type Entity Type

New Mexico Highlands University is a non-profit higher education institution.


New Mexico Highlands University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


New Mexico Highlands University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Religious Affiliation

New Mexico Highlands University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official New Mexico Highlands University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Comprehensive programs

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of New Mexico Highlands University's main facilities:


New Mexico Highlands University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit New Mexico Highlands University's Library

New Mexico Highlands University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 165,310 physical volumes, 3,571 physical media and 66 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 18 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. New Mexico Highlands University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

New Mexico Highlands University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the New Mexico Highlands University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 526 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

New Mexico Highlands University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of New Mexico Highlands University's main services:


New Mexico Highlands University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

New Mexico Highlands University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

New Mexico Highlands University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

New Mexico Highlands University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

New Mexico Highlands University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


New Mexico Highlands University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

New Mexico Highlands University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New Mexico Highlands University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • American Chemical Society
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New Mexico Highlands University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • HACU
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

New Mexico Highlands University's X (formerly Twitter) page New Mexico Highlands University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

New Mexico Highlands University's YouTube channel New Mexico Highlands University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

New Mexico Highlands University's Instagram page New Mexico Highlands University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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