Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus
ENMU-Portales
Portales, New Mexico 88130
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus is a public institution in Portales with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 965, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.2K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,550 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $6,199.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •From 1934 to 1940, the institution, first named Eastern New Mexico Junior College (ENMJC) operated as a community college.
- •In 1940, the third and fourth years of college were first offered, leading to a bachelor's degree, and the institution was renamed Eastern New Mexico College (ENMC).
- •ENMC was accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools as a four-year liberal arts college in 1946–47.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 965
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
80.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,000
Programs (121)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
62%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
21
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NM state average