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New Mexico Highlands University

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New Mexico Highlands University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    New Mexico Highlands University is a public research university in Las Vegas, New Mexico. It suits students who want a smaller university with undergraduate and graduate study options at a public institution in the United States.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs across six schools and colleges. It is a public research university, and it also has satellite campuses in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Farmington and Roswell.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the universityโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, deadlines, document requirements, and any programme-specific steps. The universityโ€™s current application rules for international students should be confirmed with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee range for international students in the available information; confirm the current tuition rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Las Vegas, New Mexico will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated in the available information, so confirm that on the official website before applying. Before making a decision, check visa support, English language requirements, campus location, and whether your chosen programme is available at the main campus or one of the satellite campuses.

  6. How it compares

    Among the 2,515 universities in the United States, New Mexico Highlands University is one of the smaller public options, with an average annual enrollment of approximately 3,000 students. Its main appeal is the combination of undergraduate and graduate study in a public research setting, plus a multi-campus presence across New Mexico.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about New Mexico Highlands University

Is New Mexico Highlands University public or private?

It is a public university.

What level of study does it offer?

It offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in Las Vegas, New Mexico, United States.

Does it have other campuses?

Yes. It has satellite campuses in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Farmington and Roswell.

Overview

New Mexico Highlands University is a public research university in Las Vegas, New Mexico, United States. Founded in 1893, it has satellite campuses in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Farmington and Roswell. NMHU has an average annual enrollment of approximately 3,000 students and offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs across six schools and colleges.

Programs at New Mexico Highlands University

38 programs across 3 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Science

Applied Chemistry

New Mexico Highlands University

๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Master of Arts

New Mexico Highlands University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Science

Master of Science

New Mexico Highlands University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Master of Social Work

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โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Conservation Management

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Elementary Education

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Environmental Geology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Fine Arts

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Forestry

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

General Engineering

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๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Sports & Recreation

Human Performance and Sport

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Media Arts

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Nursing

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

New Mexico Highlands University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Social Work

New Mexico Highlands University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology/Anthropology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Software Systems Design

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๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Spanish

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Special Education

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๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Other

Business & Management

General Business

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๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Business & Management

Media Marketing

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๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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