University of New Mexico
Founded 1889
President Garnett Stokes (President)
Fees USD 8,334
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Urban
The University of New Mexico (UNM) is a public research university founded in 1889 in Albuquerque — New Mexico’s flagship. Enrolling 26,000 students, UNM is known for law, medicine, engineering, Latin American studies, and Native American studies programs reflecting New Mexico’s unique cultural heritage. UNM is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).nn
Colleges
- School of Law — Top New Mexico law school; strong Native American and water law
- School of Medicine — MD programs; UNM Health Sciences Center
- Anderson School of Management — AACSB-accredited; Albuquerque and Santa Fe business
- College of Engineering — ABET-accredited; nuclear and computer engineering
- Latin American Studies — Top program reflecting New Mexico’s bilingual heritage
How to Apply
- Application: Common App or institutional application | Rolling Admissions