Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in New Mexico including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (807) | ✔ ($4,384) |
| 2 | St. John's College | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (375) | ✔ ($7,040) |
| 3 | University of New Mexico-Main Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,492) | ✔ |
| 4 | New Mexico State University-Main Campus | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,188) | ✔ ($5,200) |
| 5 | Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (730) | ✔ ($4,274) |
| 6 | University of the Southwest | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (236) | ✔ ($4,110) |
| 7 | New Mexico Highlands University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (512) | ✔ ($4,622) |
| 8 | Western New Mexico University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (377) | ✔ ($4,950) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in New Mexico including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | St. John's College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of New Mexico-Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 4 | New Mexico State University-Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 6 | University of the Southwest | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | New Mexico Highlands University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | Western New Mexico University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in New Mexico. Among 8 best schools in New Mexico, 6 schools are member of NAA, 5 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 2 | St. John's College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 3 | University of New Mexico-Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Mountain West Conference | Mountain West Conference | Mountain West Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 4 | New Mexico State University-Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Sun Belt Conference | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 5 | Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 6 | University of the Southwest | NAA, NAIA | - | 6 athletic programs | ||
| 7 | New Mexico Highlands University | NAA, NCAA | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 8 | Western New Mexico University | NAA, NCAA | Lone Star Conference | Lone Star Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in New Mexico including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 2 | St. John's College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of New Mexico-Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4 | New Mexico State University-Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | University of the Southwest | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | New Mexico Highlands University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | Western New Mexico University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs