New Mexico State University-Alamogordo New Mexico

Rural New Mexico public 2-year college with tuition under $2,000 for in-state students and enrollment of 1,088.

College statistics

Address:
2400 North Scenic Drive
Alamogordo, NM
88310
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
alamogordo.nmsu.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Annual In-State Tuition:
$1,944
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$5,400
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$1,944
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$5,400
Total Student Enrollment:
1,088
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Opportunity Colleges and Universities – Higher Access, Higher Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

New Mexico State University–Alamogordo is a public 2-year college in Alamogordo, New Mexico, serving the rural southern part of the state. The college offers general studies and liberal arts coursework designed to prepare students for transfer to 4-year institutions or entry into the workforce. As part of the New Mexico State University system, NMSU–Alamogordo draws students seeking affordable pathways to continued education.

In-state tuition is $1,944 annually, and out-of-state tuition is $5,400, with total cost of attendance matching tuition since the college does not report room and board charges. The college enrolls approximately 1,088 students. These low tuition costs make NMSU–Alamogordo one of the most affordable options for students in the region.

This college works best for students looking to complete general education requirements affordably before transferring to a bachelor's degree program, or those seeking workforce-relevant skills in a rural setting. The institution is classified as opportunity-focused, supporting students with limited financial resources. For more information, visit alamogordo.nmsu.edu/.

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