University of New Mexico-Main Campus
UNM
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of New Mexico-Main Campus is a public institution in Albuquerque with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1047, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 16.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,792 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,478.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lobos
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founding Hodgin Hall, the first building on campus.
- •The University of New Mexico was founded on February 28, 1889, with the passage of House Bill No.
- •Stover became the first president of the University and the following year the university's first building, Hodgin Hall, opened.
- •(June 2024) (Learn how and when to remove this message) William Tight The third president of UNM, William G.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1047
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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
57.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$13,698
Programs (245)
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
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
127
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
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 + large city premium