Western New Mexico University

Silver City, NM · Public · Visit Website

Western New Mexico University is located in Silver City, a small town nestled in the mountains of southwestern New Mexico. The campus provides a close-knit environment for its students. With its location near the Gila National Forest, WNMU offers unique opportunities for outdoor recreation and study in natural sciences.

Programs Analyzed
5
Avg Grad Earnings
$42,847/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
54/100
Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$7,868/yr
Out-of-state: $14,354/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 42% of students receive Pell Grants and 22% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $7,881 $31,524 13.6x
$30K – $48K $6,940 $27,760 15.4x
$48K – $75K $12,883 $51,532 8.3x
Sticker price (no aid) $7,868 $31,472 13.6x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at Western New Mexico University

5 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration
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88 $73,666/yr High 26.7x
Criminal Justice and Corrections
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55 $32,386/yr Moderate 15.6x
Social Work
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52 $42,250/yr Moderate 12.4x
Psychology, General
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37 $31,591/yr High 9.0x
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
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36 $34,345/yr Moderate 9.9x
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