Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Alamogordo, New Mexico |
| Online | nmsua.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
New Mexico State University Alamogordo (NMSU-A) operates as a two-year branch campus of the New Mexico State University system, situated at the base of the Sacramento Mountains in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Located approximately 90 miles north of El Paso, Texas, the campus serves the Otero County region and maintains strong connections to the nearby Holloman Air Force Base. The institution provides associate degrees and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on career and technical education, including programs in aerospace technology, business management, and allied health fields. The commuter campus features modern classroom facilities and laboratories spread across its desert foothill location, though it does not offer on-campus housing. NMSU-A maintains transfer agreements with four-year institutions, particularly with NMSU's main campus in Las Cruces, facilitating continued education opportunities for its students.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $192 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $9,209 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $4,280 |
| Total One Year Cost | $16,865 |
New Mexico Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $192 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $9,209 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,280 |
| Total One Year Cost | $17,249 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 45% |
| Health Professions | 24% |
| Business | 8% |
| General Studies | 5% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 4% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=187994 IPEDS survey data for New Mexico State University Alamogordo.
Current students may use the New Mexico State University Alamogordo GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024