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University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM

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Overview of University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Colleges » By State » New Mexico » University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Mission Statement

The University will engage students, faculty, and staff in its comprehensive educational, research, and service programs. UNM will provide students the values, habits of mind, knowledge, and skills that they need to be enlightened citizens, to contribute to the state and national economies, and to lead satisfying lives. Faculty, staff, and students create, apply, and disseminate new knowledge and creative works; they provide services that enhance New Mexican's quality of life and promote economic development; and they advance our understanding of the world, its peoples, and cultures. Building on its educational, research, and creative resources, the University provides services directly to the City and State, including health care, social services, policy studies, commercialization of inventions, and cultural events.

Quick Facts

28,688 students

66% admitted

$4,651 tuition/year

  • 20,478 full time
  • 8,210 part time
  • 9,220 men full time
  • 11,258 women full time
  • 11,220 applied
  • 7,459 admitted
  • 3,604 enrolled
  • $18,761 out of state
  • $1,158 fees
  • $8,068 room & board
  • $958 books

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At a Glance

Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Large city
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
28,688 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Chiaki from Albuquerque, NM
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  • “unm is an ecclectically structured campus. with so many sunny days it is somewhat soothing for study outside. with the different people that attend, it can get very…”

  • Mar-09-2012 » Read More
  • Kyran from Phoenix, AZ
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  • “The University of New Mexico is an outstanding school. Not only are you surrounded by a Southwest atmosphere, but you also are being instructed by some of the best professors…”

  • Mar-28-2012 » Read More
  • Jared from Bloomfield, NM
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  • “A very different campus than most, UNM is set in the middle of the southwestern city, Albuquerque. UNM is a proud school with strong programs in nearly every subject. A…”

  • Apr-04-2012 » Read More
  • Lyle from Los Lunas, NM
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  • “The University of New Mexico is a good place for students pursuing a degree in health fields as I am due to the fact that it is one of the…”

  • May-14-2012 » Read More
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
  • Located in Albuquerque, NM
  • Public
  • 28,688 students enrolled
  • 66% admitted
  • $4,651 annual cost to attend
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Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • Jennifer from Rio Rancho, NM
  • Jan-05-2012 I am a current student here

    The campus is inviting and well laid out. It is easy to navigate to each of the buildings and anyone is willing to help you find where you are needing to go. There are also a variety of clubs and school related activities that one can join.

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  • 5
  • Kaitlyn from Albuquerque, NM
  • Jan-04-2012 I am a current student here

    The campus is very open and welcoming. There is a lot of southwest influence in the buildings and decor which makes it great for out of state students who have not visited New Mexico often. There are many places to study and hang out between classes, and it's easy to spend an entire day there!

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