The University of New Mexico was founded in 1889 as New Mexico’s flagship institution. Originally located in Albuquerque, the university moved to its current location in the North Valley region of Albuquerque in 1895. It was originally known as New Mexico College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts, but changed its name to University of New Mexico in 1920. Over the next 80 years, UNM grew to become one of the largest universities in the United States with an enrollment of over 30,000 students. The university has a rich history of academic excellence and research innovation, which has been recognized by numerous national awards and honors. In addition to its numerous academic programs, UNM also boasts a vibrant campus life with hundreds of clubs and activities for students to get involved with. From its impressive library system to its world-class athletic programs, UNM is a leader among public universities across the country. The university continues to evolve and expand its offerings each year, providing students with an ever-growing array of opportunities for personal growth and academic success. Check USPRIVATESCHOOLSFINDER for a list of private schools in Virginia.
University of New Mexico, as one of the top colleges ranked by major educational institutions, has impressed us by its high selectivity and student friendly application process during admissions. The following tables detail 2018 class profile, including total applications received, average high school GPA, SAT scores/ACT scores, and acceptance rates of University of New Mexico. To learn more about GPA, SAT and ACT scores information, please follow the links below. If you want to find even more about University of New Mexico, such as tuition fees and scholarships, you can click the link after tables to visit the school’s official website.
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Admissions Stats
The University of New Mexico is a large, public university with a total enrollment of nearly 30,000 students. The student body is diverse, with students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. In terms of admissions statistics, the university has an acceptance rate of 73%, meaning that out of every 100 applicants, 73 will be accepted. The average GPA of incoming freshman is 3.3 and the average ACT score is 21. The most popular majors are business administration, psychology, biology and nursing. Additionally, UNM offers over 200 degree programs across 11 colleges and schools. It also offers a variety of financial aid options to help make college more accessible for those who qualify for assistance.
Fall 2022 Selectivity
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2022 acceptance rate | 66% |
| Early decision acceptance rate | N/A |
| Early action acceptance rate | N/A |
| Acceptance rate (excluding early action and early decision students) | 66% |
Fall 2022 Applications, Acceptances & Enrollments
| Applicants | 11,220 |
| Female applicants | 6,353 |
| Male applicants | 4,867 |
| Applicants accepted | 7,459 |
| Female applicants accepted | 4,188 |
| Male applicants accepted | 3,271 |
| Freshman enrollment | 3,604 |
| Female freshman enrollment | 2,003 |
| Male freshman enrollment | 1,601 |
| Early decision applicants | N/A |
| Early decision applicants accepted | N/A |
| Early decision applicants enrolled | N/A |
| Early action applicants | N/A |
| Early action applicants accepted | N/A |
| Early action applicants enrolled | N/A |
| Total enrolled incoming freshmen who were accepted under early acceptance or early action | N/A |
Fall 2022 Wait List
| School has a wait list | No |
| Applicants placed on wait list | N/A |
| Students accepting place on wait list | N/A |
| Students accepted from wait list | N/A |
Fall 2022 High School Rank
| Freshman students submitting high school class standing | 86% |
Fall 2022 High School GPA
| Freshman students submitting high school GPA | 96% |
| Average high school GPA | 3.3 |
| High school GPA 25th-75th percentile range | N/A |
Fall 2022 Freshman SAT Scores
| Freshman students submitting SAT scores | 20% |
| SAT Critical Reading average score | 554 |
| SAT Critical Reading 25th-75th percentile range | 480-620 |
| SAT Math average score | 551 |
| SAT Math 25th-75th percentile range: | 480-620 |
| SAT Writing average score | N/A |
| SAT Writing 25th-75th percentile range | N/A |
| SAT Essay 25th-75th percentile range | N/A |
Fall 2022 Freshman ACT Scores
| Freshman students submitting ACT scores | 89% |
| Average ACT Composite score | 22 |
| ACT Composite 25th-75th percentile range | 19-25 |
| ACT English 25th-75th percentile range | N/A |
| ACT English score breakdown | N/A |
| ACT Math 25th-75th percentile range | N/A |
| ACT Math score breakdown | N/A |