University of New Mexico

It is moderately difficult to get into University of New Mexico. Around 65% of applicants get into University of New Mexico each year. Out of 14,026 applications received in 2023, 9,079 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to University of New Mexico, the fee for the application costs $25.

Students who apply to University of New Mexico for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than December 1.

University of New Mexico Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of New Mexico's admissions stats.

University of New Mexico 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	28%
Waitlist	No

University of New Mexico Application Deadlines

Check with University of New Mexico directly for more info on application deadlines.

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Want to Apply Early to University of New Mexico?

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University of New Mexico may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of New Mexico directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of New Mexico Admissions

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Is University of New Mexico Hard To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into University of New Mexico.

In 2022, University of New Mexico accepted 65% of all applicants, approximately 9,079 from the 14,026 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of New Mexico, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of New Mexico

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of New Mexico

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

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

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling 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 admissions factors where you're strong. Wondering what factors are considered by University of New Mexico during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

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

University of New Mexico Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to University of New Mexico have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

University of New Mexico does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of New Mexico is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of University of New Mexico's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 28% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of New Mexico, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of New Mexico's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of New Mexico students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to University of New Mexico

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of New Mexico.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of New Mexico Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of New Mexico?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of New Mexico.

Does University of New Mexico accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

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

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

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

✅ University of New Mexico is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is University of New Mexico's acceptance rate?

✅ University of New Mexico has an acceptance rate of 65%.

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

🟨 University of New Mexico may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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