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Eastern New Mexico University - Portales

Portales, NM 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate28%

Eastern New Mexico University Admissions

It is not competitive to get into Eastern New Mexico University. Around 28% of applicants get into Eastern New Mexico University each year. Last year, 1,713 students applied to Eastern New Mexico University and 472 were admitted.

If you are applying to Eastern New Mexico University, the regular decision application deadline is August 24 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to Eastern New Mexico University for fall semester should anticipate a decision by August 1.

Eastern New Mexico University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Eastern New Mexico University's admissions stats.

Eastern New Mexico University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 11.88%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 44%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 26%
Waitlist No

Eastern New Mexico University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Eastern New Mexico University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 24 August 1

Applying Early to Eastern New Mexico University?


Eastern New Mexico University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


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Transferring to Eastern New Mexico University

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to Eastern New Mexico University

Eastern New Mexico University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Eastern New Mexico University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Eastern New Mexico University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Eastern New Mexico University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important

Make sure to check with Eastern New Mexico University for more information on admission factors.

Eastern New Mexico University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Eastern New Mexico University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Eastern New Mexico University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.5
Transcript of High School Record
Other Requirements official transcripts from any post-secondary institution attended, good standing with all previous institutions

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Eastern New Mexico University?

Students admitted to Eastern New Mexico University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 80.66% submitted a class rank. At Eastern New Mexico University 11.88% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 34.78% were in the top 25% and 73.91% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Eastern New Mexico University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 8.6%
3.75 and 3.99 11.55%
3.50 and 3.74 18.18%
3.25 and 3.49 18.18%
3.00 and 3.24 18.67%
2.50 and 2.9 18.43%
2.00 and 2.49 5.41%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Eastern New Mexico University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Eastern New Mexico University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 44% of Eastern New Mexico University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 26% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Eastern New Mexico University?

To be competitive with other Eastern New Mexico University applicants, you should strive to score between 850 and 1090 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Eastern New Mexico University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1090 and 25% of scored lower than 850, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Eastern New Mexico University students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 430 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Eastern New Mexico University students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 430 or higher.

To be most competitive at Eastern New Mexico University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Eastern New Mexico University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Eastern New Mexico University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

More Information on Transferring to Eastern New Mexico University

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Eastern New Mexico University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 24. Applicants should hear back by August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Eastern New Mexico University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


Eastern New Mexico University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Eastern New Mexico University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Eastern New Mexico University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Eastern New Mexico University accept transfer credits?

✅ Eastern New Mexico University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Eastern New Mexico University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Eastern New Mexico University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Eastern New Mexico University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Eastern New Mexico University?

❌ No, Eastern New Mexico University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Eastern New Mexico University's acceptance rate?

✅ Eastern New Mexico University's acceptance rate is 28%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Eastern New Mexico University?

❌ Eastern New Mexico University does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Eastern New Mexico University?

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Admission Difficulty

Open Admission

28%

How hard is it to get into Eastern New Mexico University? Eastern New Mexico University is a open admission institution. The Eastern New Mexico University acceptance rate is 28%. This means that the institution accepts 27 out of every 100 applicants.

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Eastern New Mexico University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 24

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 24

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern New Mexico University is Aug 24.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern New Mexico University is Aug 24.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Eastern New Mexico University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

850 - 1090

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Math SAT Range

410 - 540

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Reading SAT Range

430 - 560

Eastern New Mexico University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.3

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Eastern New Mexico University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.3. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

5,106

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

28%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$6,738

Out-of-State

$8,718

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 24
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