New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

2400 N. Scenic Drive, Alamogordo, NM 88310

New Mexico State University - Alamogordo School Description

The Mission of New Mexico State University at Alamogordo is to provide quality learning opportunities for individuals in the diverse community we serve.

NMSU-A is a two year community college campus dedicated to the concept of high-quality, cost-effective education that meets the needs of a diverse community. While some students continue to value the long established core courses, others are seeking alternatives to the traditional liberal arts education. Every possible effort is being made at NMSU-A to keep programs and curricula flexible in order to accommodate varied and expanding community educational needs.

Our faculty and staff create a dynamic environment that engages students in the process of learning. Our strong commitment to each student provides a personalized approach that is both academically challenging and personally supportive. Our Academic Support Center staff provides students with on-site and online tutoring services. You will also discover that our student-friendly staff in Student Services is ready to assist you with admittance to the college, to help you with career and schedule planning, or to provide information about scholarships and financial aid.

New Mexico State University at Alamogordo (NMSU-A) is situated in the foothills, at the base of the Sacramento Mountains. This vantage point overlooks the city of Alamogordo and the Tularosa Basin. The service area of the school includes Holloman Air Force Base (HAFB), White Sands Missile Range, and stretches beyond the view to include the Mescalero Apache Reservation and approximately twenty villages and towns. Much of the south central New Mexico region benefits from the convenient location of the campus.

School Website: New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

Collapse

Quick Facts

Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Aggies
Nickname:
NMSU-A

Students & Campus Life

Full Time Students:
58%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
More Students & Campus Life

Expenses

Average Tuition:
$3,384
Students Receiving Aid:
82%
More Expenses & Financial Aid

New Mexico State University - Alamogordo Degree Programs

Associates Degree Programs

Learn more about Associates Degree Programs

Certificate Programs

Learn more about Certificate Programs

New Mexico State University - Alamogordo Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 58%
Part-Time 42%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 42%
Hispanic 26%
Other 25%
African-American 5%
Asian 2%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 88%
Out-of-State 12%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
New Mexico 88%
Texas 1%
California 1%
Florida 1%
Arizona 0%
Percent of Students International: 1%

New Mexico State University - Alamogordo Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-District In-State Out-of-State
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 1,206 $ 1,206 $ 3,384
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 1,296 $ 1,464 $ 3,912
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 48 $ 48 $ 48
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,929 46%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 947 59%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 819 17%  
Student Loans:
$ 2,925 20%  
Any Aid:
  82%  

College Advice on New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

Yahoo

Best Answer

I don't think it's that the school is very selective. One of my friends from high school had a "C" average and she attends NMSU.
tm
tm

Best Answer

very good

Photos

Get Admissions Info on New Mexico State University - Alamogordo

(It only takes a minute!)

Step 1 of 2

Our goal at Campus Explorer is to provide you with the most comprehensive information on colleges and universities. We scour the Web and pull from only the most reliable and accurate sources to give you extensive data on a school, its history and mission, the students, estimated school expenses, academics or degree programs and much more. It is our mission to help you make the best decision for your educational goals and future.

Our resources include:

The schools themselves (Are you a school administrator? Contact us if you would like to update your school's profile.)

And even Campus Explorer Members like you!

For even more up-to-date and accurate materials on admissions, applications and expenses, request information on New Mexico State University - Alamogordo now.

Sponsored Links
New Mexico State University - Alamogordo
Alamogordo, NM 88310
see details