University of New Mexico
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 78%
Average High School GPA: 3.4
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 900-1160
ACT Range: 18-25
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 17,073
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $10,298
Out-of-State Tuition: $33,217
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Southwest
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 35°F (2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 78°F (26°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 14 inches (353 mm)
Nearest Airport: Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) — Approximately 5 miles (10-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Swim team instagram: @unmloboswimdive
Twitter: @UNM
Facebook: The University of New Mexico
LinkedIn: The University of New Mexico
YouTube: The University of New Mexico
TikTok: @unm
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex:Johnson Center Aquatics
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: Naya Higashijima
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #9 in Mountain West Conference
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U.S. News College Rankings
#231 in National Universities (tie)
#126 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#90 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#388
#185
In Public Colleges
#230
In Research Universities
#92
In The West
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#78
#213
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B+
Diversity: A
Athletics: B+
Professors: A+
Dorms: C
Student Life: C+
Value: C+
Campus: C+
Party Scene: B
Location: C+
Campus Food: B+
Safety: C-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #212 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #238 of 1,332
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